AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPacific Islands Forum Deadlock: Foreign ministers in Fiji failed to agree on a joint statement condemning China’s July ballistic missile test, with New Zealand’s Winston Peters saying “outsiders” influenced the process and that Naoero (formerly Nauru) and Kiribati blocked a clear line. Diplomacy at Stake: The PIF says no member “blocked” the statement, but negotiations on wording will continue ahead of leaders’ talks in Palau. Taiwan Returns to the Table: Taiwan will attend the Pacific leaders meeting in Palau after being barred last year following China-linked protests, with forum officials stressing Taiwan’s role as a development partner. Identity and Codes: Nauru officially became the Republic of Naoero, with the international country code shifting from NRU to NRO and citizens to be called dei-Naoero. Citizenship Interest: Naoero’s citizenship-by-investment director says global conflicts and US political turmoil are driving a surge in applications, with the programme tied to climate resilience funding. Deep-Sea Mining Pushback: A US plan to auction nearby ocean for mining sparked anger over “no consultations,” while Pacific states continue to debate seabed mining’s risks and benefits. Connectivity Milestone: Australia says all 18 PIF members are now connected to global undersea cables, including Naoero’s first international link.
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