AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMaritime Security Upgrade: An IMO needs-assessment mission backed Vanuatu’s push to strengthen maritime security at Port Vila and Luganville, focusing on SOLAS XI-2 and the ISPS Code, including governance, oversight, and port facility security plans. Independence Diplomacy: EU Ambassador Barbara Plinkert wrapped a five-day visit to mark Vanuatu’s 46th Independence, meeting senior ministers and discussing support across agriculture, infrastructure, climate resilience, governance and economic development. Regional Ties on Display: PNG PM James Marape joined Vanuatu’s Independence celebrations, highlighting PNG’s role in 1980 and announcing further high-level bilateral talks to deepen diplomatic and economic links. Media Freedom & Reach: A two-part look at Pacific news warns that Meta/Facebook algorithm changes are slashing reach for outlets including Vanuatu’s VBTC and the Pacific Newsroom, raising fears for public-interest reporting and official information flow. Policy Watch: Vanuatu’s appointment of Joe Natuman as Special envoy for Maritime Boundaries signals continued focus on maritime governance.
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