AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoVanuatu–France Islands Dispute: A “David vs Goliath” sovereignty fight is brewing over Matthew and Hunter islands (Umaenupne and Umaeneg), with France controlling the uninhabited territories since 1965 and fears in Paris that any return could spark wider claims. Climate Justice Push: The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution backing the ICJ’s climate obligations ruling, a case Vanuatu helped trigger through civil society action—while activists still face crackdowns in multiple countries. Women’s Safety in Vanuatu: Vanuatu reports partner violence against women fell from 44% (2009) to 35% (2024), showing faster progress than the global average, though change is still too slow. Regional Ocean Protection: Papua New Guinea announced a major no-take Western Manus marine protected area (over 200,000 km²) as part of the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves, linking conservation with long-term fisheries sustainability. Pacific Media Accountability: Vanuatu’s VBTC urged Pacific media to protect trust amid election misinformation, warning that weak trust lets leaders avoid accountability. EU Seafood Rules: EU food-safety changes could affect most Pacific freezer vessels exporting to the EU, with regional training in Suva to help authorities comply.
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