AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTuvalu Digital Sovereignty Meets Ocean Policy: Tuvalu is finalising its first-ever National Ocean Policy, set to launch on 8 June 2026 for World Ocean Day, with the PM calling the ocean “our sovereignty” and even the frontline of national security. The plan creates an Ocean Unit to steer action across Tuvalu’s huge EEZ, backs Marine Protected Areas covering 30% of coastal habitats, and keeps archipelagic waters closed to commercial fishing. Pacific Economic Pressure: The World Bank warns growth across 11 Pacific island economies will slow to about 2.8% in 2026 as fuel, shipping and weaker tourism bite. Regional Security Drift: Australia and Fiji signed an upgraded security treaty in Suva, deepening Pacific involvement in the US-led push to counter China. Global Energy Debate: A separate push to “transition away” from fossil fuels in Santa Marta highlighted roadmaps and a new science panel, but financing gaps remain.
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