AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaritime Security: Australia’s ADF has joined a multinational push to spot and deter illegal fishing across the South-West Pacific, deploying an RAAF C-27J Spartan to support the Cook Islands and Tonga under Operation SOLANIA, linked to the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency’s Operation TUI MOANA. Climate Politics: Australia’s COP31 chair role is sparking a fresh fight over taxpayer travel and staffing, with Energy Minister Chris Bowen and opposition figures trading barbs over a reported near-$500k travel bill. Tuvalu Education: Tuvalu has launched a $2.5m teacher-training upgrade to meet new Bachelor of Education requirements, aiming to directly benefit about 970 children while keeping teachers in classrooms. Youth & Climate: UNDP is inviting Pacific youth (18–35) to talanoa dialogues starting 2 June in Suva to shape the region’s COP31 climate agenda. Regional Cooperation: Operation Tui Moana 2026 wrapped up with Pacific-wide surveillance and vessel inspections across 10 EEZs, including Tuvalu.
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