AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPlastic Crisis Push: Kiribati is calling for stronger global action on plastic pollution, warning that about 13% of its waste stream is plastic and daily dumping is overwhelming limited local treatment options. Bloodborne Virus Alerts: In Sydney, former patients of a retired dentist are being told to test for hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV after concerns about infection control and poor record keeping. Security Deal: Australia and Fiji have signed an upgraded Vuvale (“family”) security agreement, expanding cooperation on interdiction, policing, prosecution and even health. Pacific Economy Watch: The World Bank says Pacific growth is slowing and could dip below 3% in 2026 as fuel costs, inflation and repeated shocks bite deeper. Vanuatu Marine Move: Vanuatu PM Napat says he will push for marine reserve areas with PNG and Fiji to help manage declining tuna stocks. Maritime Incident: A Vanuatu-flagged freighter, Corsage C, sank off Greece; all nine crew were rescued and arrests were made over alleged negligence.
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