AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSubsea Connectivity: NEC says it has completed the 2,250 km East Micronesia Cable System (EMCS), linking Kiribati (Tarawa) to Nauru and onward through Kosrae to Pohnpei—ending reliance on satellite-only links and aiming to cut delays while boosting capacity for video calls, digital payments, and e-government. Identity & Governance: Nauru is moving to reclaim its name, with a referendum planned to change “Nauru” to “Naoero,” arguing the current spelling came from colonial mispronunciation. Pacific Economy Watch: The World Bank warns growth across 11 Pacific island economies is slipping, forecasting 2.8% in 2026 as fuel, shipping, and weaker tourism bite. Energy Transition: In the wider region, the Solomon Islands is pushing its first large-scale solar project with ADB support, while Nauru also backs an 18 MW solar-plus-40 MWh battery plan to cut diesel dependence. Marine & Security Pressure: New research finds whale sharks travel far across borders, and a regional security forum flags deep-sea mining and advanced military drones as rising stakes for Pacific waters.
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