AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPacific Security: China’s submarine-launched, nuclear-capable ballistic missile test in the South Pacific—reported to have landed near the Nauru–Tonga area—has triggered sharp condemnation across the region, with Tonga, Solomon Islands, Tuvalu and Palau calling it destabilising and New Zealand warning against “normalising” such behaviour; Regional Defence Deals: the missile launch came days after Australia and Fiji signed the Ocean of Peace Alliance, while Australia–Fiji talks and New Zealand’s exploratory interest in joining are now being watched closely for any escalation; Nauru Connectivity: Nauru Airlines has ended scheduled services to Koror and Pohnpei on its North Pacific Connector route until at least 04 January 2027, raising questions about future air links; Seabed Governance: the UN International Seabed Authority’s Legal and Technical Commission advanced contractor oversight and recommended exploration plan extensions, while disputes continue over ISA compliance inquiries; Climate Accountability: Pacific leaders ahead of the Forum in Palau are shifting from awareness to accountability, pushing for accessible climate finance and stronger implementation of commitments.
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