AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoHigh Seas Seabed Mining: French Polynesia says it was “not consulted” over an American startup’s plan to explore seabed mining just beyond its borders, warning it could harm ecosystems protected by the territory—an issue tied to wider global fights over International Seabed Authority rules and whether the U.S. is bypassing them. Kiribati in the Middle of the Debate: The proposed mining area sits in international waters surrounded by the Cook Islands, Kiribati, and French Polynesia, putting Kiribati’s ocean interests directly in the spotlight as critical-mineral demand grows. Digital Access for Remote Islands: A new report highlights community-run internet networks as a practical way to connect remote places like Kiribati, stressing that local people must help design, run, and maintain services—and that sustainability also depends on environmental, regulatory, and financial support. Coral Reef Protection: Researchers will meet in Auckland to tackle threats facing coral reefs, with organisers saying Pacific Islander knowledge and traditions will shape reef management discussions. Climate Displacement & Statelessness: A spotlight piece links climate-related displacement in the Pacific to rising risks of statelessness, underlining how disasters can strip people of rights and stability.
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