AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoConstitution Day Call: President Nikenike Vurobaravu urged Vanuatu’s leaders and citizens to renew commitment to the Constitution, stressing Parliament’s duties, Government’s constitutional governance, and the Judiciary’s role in protecting rule of law. Sovereignty Clash: Vanuatu condemned a French National Assembly member’s letter to PM Jotham Napat that used the colonial “Condominium of the New Hebrides” name and suggested southern islands could be placed under French administration, calling it insulting, neo-colonial and racist. Pre-COP31 Focus on Climate Reality: As Australia, Fiji and Tuvalu host Pre-COP31, Tuvalu’s ministers say leaders must see both vulnerabilities and Pacific solutions, while UN climate chief Simon Stiell warned extreme heat is becoming a fatal threat to pregnant women and babies. Renewables Deal for Vanuatu: Australia announced a $7.29m package to accelerate Pacific renewables, including grid modelling and workforce support, alongside a new MoU with Vanuatu to strengthen its renewable energy transition. MSG Cup Football: Fiji’s Bula Boys won the men’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup 1-0 over Vanuatu, with Fiji FA pledging $1,000 bonuses; Vanuatu’s women won the title in tribute to MV Matui victims, beating PNG on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
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