AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPacific Energy & Security: PNG says it will ramp up oil and gas production to help fuel-dependent Pacific neighbours after Iran-linked Strait of Hormuz disruption drove prices up, with leaders in Suva urging regional cooperation and resilience. Australia–Pacific Mobility: Australia’s Pacific Engagement Visa ballot opens 1 July, but Vanuatu is cut from eligible countries and Nauru loses 100 places—critics call it leverage tied to security deal pressure. Regional Fisheries Governance: Tokelau has been removed from the Parties to the Nauru Agreement, risking major revenue because it loses Vessel Day Scheme access; Vanuatu is reported to take its place. Nauru Judiciary: Nauru’s Court of Appeal welcomes former PNG Chief Justice Sir Gibuma Gibbs Salika, with the Vice President saying it strengthens the top appellate bench. Refugees in Limbo: Catholic groups urge Australia to create permanent pathways for about 700 people transferred from Nauru/PNG for medical treatment but left on temporary visas. Clean Shipping Pact: Seven Pacific transport ministers sign the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership to coordinate a low-carbon maritime transition and target cleaner fleets and resilient ports.
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