AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPacific Security Reset: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale is framing his 2022 security agreement review as a “reset, not a pivot” away from China, even as regional leaders struggle to balance Beijing ties with tighter security links to Australia, New Zealand and the US. Missile Test Fallout: Pacific foreign ministers in Suva failed to agree on a joint statement condemning China’s nuclear-capable missile test in July, with New Zealand’s Winston Peters accusing Naoero (formerly Nauru) and Kiribati of blocking a stronger line and acting on “outsiders’” wishes. Taiwan at Palau Summit: China warned Pacific Islands Forum Secretary-General Baron Waqa to stick to the “one-China principle” after Taiwan was confirmed to attend the Palau leaders meeting; Nauru, Kiribati and Solomon Islands have switched recognition to Beijing since 2019. Fisheries Leadership: The Parties to the Nauru Agreement (PNA) has opened applications for a new CEO to lead the PNA Office and strengthen sustainable tuna management. Deep-Sea Mining Rules: The UN seabed regulator (ISA) extended a disputed exploration contract for Nauru Ocean Resources Inc., while UN talks again stalled on final mining rules. Digital Connectivity: Australia says all PIF members are now connected to undersea cables, including major links in Nauru and the Solomon Islands.
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