AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Watch: The UN seabed regulator (ISA) has defended its authority after The Metals Company’s subsidiaries NORI and TOML launched legal action to stop an investigation into their conduct, arguing the deep seabed is the “common heritage of humankind.” Pacific Security Shock: China’s submarine-launched, nuclear-capable missile test across the South Pacific has sparked strong condemnation from Pacific leaders, with reports it landed near the Nauru–Tuvalu area and concerns it could be timed to coincide with Australia–Fiji defence moves. Regional Diplomacy: As Australia signs new security agreements across the Pacific, leaders including Solomon Islands and Tonga say the missile test has “caused a stir” and is pushing countries to deepen cooperation. Nauru in the Mix: China’s missile flight path reportedly crossed Nauru’s Exclusive Economic Zone, while Nauru’s own boxing scene gets a local spotlight with Rockanson Iga set for a pro debut in Suva. Weather Alert: Pacific communities are being urged to stay vigilant as El Niño develops and cyclone season continues.
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