AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMSG Leadership Row: Vanuatu’s government and civil society are pushing back hard after customary leaders reportedly demanded the revocation of Dr Anna Naupa’s appointment as the first woman to lead the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Secretariat, with the Malvatumauri Council of Chiefs later apologising that its earlier statement was misleading; Trade & Industry Shake-up: Minister Samson Samsen has stepped down over public concern about the Value Addition Funds, with PM Jotham Napat appointing Iavro Robson and directing tighter accounting, refunds for misuse, and possible legal action; Climate Justice Pressure: A year after the ICJ confirmed countries’ binding duty to protect the climate, Save the Children says Pacific children are still facing daily impacts, while Vanuatu-led momentum continues to build for further court clarification on governments’ obligations; Regional Capacity Building: A Solomon Islands labour law training programme brought participants from across the Pacific, including Vanuatu, to strengthen skills in dispute resolution, bargaining and labour processes; Connectivity Reality Check: Pacific coverage highlights that reliable electricity—not just satellite internet—is the main barrier for remote communities, with solar-backed Starlink setups improving access for schools and health services.
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