AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Showdown: Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. (NORI) and Tonga Offshore Mining Ltd. (TOML), subsidiaries of The Metals Company, have filed cases at ITLOS to block an ISA compliance investigation, arguing due process and non-discrimination were breached—an urgent fight as NORI’s contract expires 22 July 2026. Nauru Identity & Sovereignty: Nauru has moved toward a referendum to formally adopt “Naoero,” reviving the island’s indigenous name after parliament passed the proposal unopposed. Pacific Security Talks: Australia and Vanuatu have signed the Nakamal Agreement in Canberra, with Vanuatu banning foreign military bases and requiring consultation on third-party involvement in critical infrastructure—while China warns such deals shouldn’t target third countries. Regional Fisheries: Pacific fisheries ministers wrapped up the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee ministerial meeting in Wellington, setting priorities for cooperation and sustainable management. Health in the Pacific: Vanuatu launched the HeartCare app, training community health workers to screen for heart disease earlier and link people to care. Education Data Boost (Samoa): Samoa launched SEMIS to give the education ministry real-time school data to spot needs before crises hit. Global Politics (China): Leaders worldwide sent messages marking the CCP’s 105th anniversary.
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