AGP Executive Report
Last update: 37 minutes agoCitizenship by Investment Surge: Nauru’s Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Programme says global unrest is driving more interest, with CEO Edward Clark pointing to conflicts in Europe and turmoil in the US as people seek a second passport and support for climate resilience. Pacific Diplomacy on Taiwan: Taiwan will attend this month’s Pacific leaders meeting in Palau after being barred last year, with Pacific Islands Forum officials saying Taipei remains an important development partner despite China’s objections. Missile Test Divisions: Pacific foreign ministers in Suva failed to agree on a joint statement condemning China’s nuclear-capable missile test, with New Zealand’s Winston Peters accusing “outsiders” of influencing holdouts understood to include Naoero (formerly Nauru) and Kiribati. Deep-Sea Mining Backlash: A US plan to auction nearby ocean for deep-sea mining has sparked anger over “no consultations,” with Pacific leaders warning it could threaten food security and livelihoods. Identity Update: Naoero officially replaced Nauru in international codes and naming, as the country moves to reflect indigenous heritage. Connectivity Milestone: Australia says all 18 Pacific Islands Forum members now have access to global undersea cable networks, including Naoero’s first international connection.
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