AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoVanuatu & Climate Justice: The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution backing last year’s ICJ advisory opinion that states have a legal duty to prevent climate harm, a case originally brought by Vanuatu—showing how Pacific civil society is shaping global climate law. Vanuatu & Women’s Safety: Vanuatu’s latest national survey reports partner violence by husbands/partners fell from 44% (2009) to 35% (2024), with a faster decline in recent-year prevalence—an important signal for Vanuatu Women’s Centre and government prevention work. Regional Security (Solomon Islands): New PM Matthew Wale says he will review a secretive 2022 security pact with China and start treaty negotiations with Australia, after criticism over potential Chinese force access. Pacific Health & Drugs: Experts warn illicit drug activity is spreading beyond Fiji, with “warning signs” showing up in wastewater and drug busts across Tonga and the Solomon Islands. Media Accountability (Vanuatu-linked): Vanuatu Broadcasting and Television Corporation urged Pacific media to stay accountable and transparent, warning misinformation around elections can undermine trust and accountability. Ocean Protection (PNG/Vanuatu link): PNG announced a major no-take Western Manus marine protected area as part of the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves, explicitly involving Vanuatu in the regional conservation push.
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