AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPacific Economy Watch: The World Bank warns Pacific growth is losing steam as fuel costs stay high, tourism momentum cools, inflation bites, and repeated global shocks keep hitting import-dependent islands—forecasting 2.8% growth for 2026 (down from 3.2% in 2024–25). Tuvalu Ocean Security: Tuvalu’s PM Feleti Teo says the ocean is now “the front line” of national security as the country finalizes its first National Ocean Policy, set for a June 8 launch on World Ocean Day. Energy Transition Momentum: The World Bank also points to higher-value tourism (like adventure and culture) as a better growth path for the region. Regional Resilience Finance: In parallel, the Pacific Resilience Facility Treaty has entered into force after Fiji and Australia ratified it, aiming to push community-level climate and disaster funding faster. Fossil Fuel Shift Talks: The week’s wider backdrop is the Santa Marta push to move beyond COP deadlock, with countries working on transition roadmaps and a new science panel.
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