AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPacific Security & Diplomacy: Papua New Guinea moved to close Taiwan’s representative trade and economic office in Port Moresby “immediately,” drawing a sharp U.S. response that it’s part of Beijing’s intimidation campaign—amid wider Pacific security deals like Australia and Fiji’s “Ocean of Peace” and “Vuvale Union” treaties. Climate Displacement & Statelessness: A new spotlight piece links climate-driven displacement in the Pacific to rising risks of statelessness, noting how disasters can strip people of citizenship and legal protection. Kiribati Resilience on the Ground: In Abaiang, Kiribati knowledge broker Terereniti Tiiman helped trial water-efficient gardening that boosts household food production while easing pressure on fragile groundwater. Community Connectivity: A new report highlights community-run internet networks—including a Kiribati case—as more likely to last when locals design, run, and maintain services, with environmental sustainability listed as a key test. El Niño Watch: Forecasts say El Niño is underway and could intensify to moderate or strong levels, with warmer Pacific waters shifting storm patterns and raising risks for island communities.
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