AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoVanuatu Tourism Data: SPTO and the Vanuatu Tourism Office released the January–December 2025 International Visitor Survey results, showing 647 valid responses and a strong destination pull driven by culture, nature and adventure, with 54% of visitors being first-timers. El Niño Watch: Vanuatu has declared an El Niño watch, warning of warmer ocean conditions, uneven and reduced rainfall, and potential water and agriculture impacts, with early preparation urged and emergency funding mechanisms ready. Regional Culture & Tourism: Tourism Solomons has signed on as a major sponsor of ‘Aelan Riddim 26’ in Honiara, featuring new artists from PNG, Fiji and Vanuatu alongside 14 Solomon Islands acts—another Melanesian music draw for travellers. Cruise Demand Signal: Norwegian Cruise Line extended its 2026–27 South Pacific season, adding more close-to-home itineraries for Australians, highlighting culture and relaxation as top cruise motivators. Border Security: Pacific customs leaders meet in Nadi (June 2–4) to scale up border protection amid rising drug trafficking and organised crime threats across maritime and aviation routes.
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