AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNakamal Agreement: Australia and Vanuatu have finally signed a revised Nakamal security pact in Canberra, with Vanuatu agreeing its territory won’t be used for any foreign military base or infrastructure, while Australia and partners will provide $500 million in policing and development support. The deal was watered down after sovereignty concerns and fears it could restrict Vanuatu’s ability to work with other countries on ports, airports and telecoms—Vanuatu will instead consult Australia on third-party engagement, and critical infrastructure must stay “free from militarisation” and unauthorised access. Pacific security pressure: Australia’s Pacific Affairs minister says China is seeking a permanent security presence across the region, including through policing cooperation, as Canberra pushes for Pacific-led security. Nauru offshore detention: A UN report says Australia remains responsible for the wellbeing of asylum seekers sent to Nauru, rejecting the idea that obligations can be outsourced to other states or contractors. Cybercrime push: Tonga has joined an INTERPOL regional cybercrime initiative, with Nauru among participating Pacific nations, aiming to strengthen law enforcement and cyber resilience. Regional economy hit by fuel crisis: A new look at the fuel shock shows diesel and electricity costs spiking across Pacific islands, with leaders urging support for renewables like solar to avoid future crises.
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