AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOcean Governance Push: Tuvalu is finalising its first-ever National Ocean Policy, set for launch on 08 June 2026 on World Ocean Day, with a new Ocean Unit to steer action across its 750,000 sq km EEZ, a plan to protect 30% of coastal habitats via marine protected areas, and a reaffirmation that archipelagic waters and territorial seas stay closed to commercial fishing. Security Meets Climate: In parallel, Tuvalu’s PM says ocean health is now “frontline” national security, feeding into a planned National Security Policy that treats threats like IUU fishing, marine pollution, biodiversity loss and sea-level rise as strategic risks. Pacific Economic Pressure: The World Bank warns Pacific growth is weakening, forecasting 2.8% growth for 2026 as fuel, shipping and inflation pressures bite and tourism momentum cools. Regional Aid and Security Deals: Australia’s Pacific aid rises slightly in nominal terms but shrinks in real value, while Australia and Fiji sign an upgraded security agreement aimed at boosting capabilities and countering regional instability.
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