AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoClimate Law Gets Teeth: The UN is pushing a new resolution to turn the ICJ’s climate ruling into practical action, after Vanuatu helped drive the original case—making it harder for countries to treat climate harm as “just policy.” Melanesian Ocean Summit Boosts Ties: PNG and Vanuatu used the Melanesian Ocean Summit to deepen cooperation, with leaders stressing shared ocean stewardship and reciprocal diplomatic moves. Ocean Protection Push: Vanuatu PM Jotham Napat urged courage and unity to protect the sea, warning overfishing and climate impacts could hit tuna and livelihoods by 2050. Economy Under Pressure: The World Bank warns Pacific growth is slowing, forecasting 2.8% in 2026 as fuel costs, weaker tourism, and repeated shocks bite. PET Recycling Deal: Coca-Cola Europacific Partners and partners say Vanuatu community-collected PET has started flowing to Australia for recycling into food-grade rPET. Security & Crackdown: Vanuatu’s cabinet backed an updated Nakamal Agreement with Australia, while police announce a 60-day zero-tolerance push targeting alcohol-fuelled disorder and youth loitering. Sports: Bula FC face Vanuatu United in a last push for an OFC semi-final spot.
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