AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Governance: Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. (NORI) and Tonga Offshore Mining Ltd. (TOML) have launched new cases at ITLOS’ Seabed Disputes Chamber, seeking provisional measures against the International Seabed Authority after being flagged for possible non-compliance without a clear procedural basis—raising stakes for how exploration contractors protect their future path toward exploitation. Pacific Business & Fisheries: Tokelau has exited the Parties to the Nauru Agreement (PNA), a move that could affect access to the Vessel Day Scheme and its tuna revenue model, with Vanuatu reportedly taking the observer spot. Seabed Minerals & Geopolitics: A new report links deep-sea mineral races to U.S. and China-backed deals, noting Washington has agreements with Nauru and Tonga while China has deals with Kiribati and the Cook Islands. Agribusiness & Food Systems: Samoa’s Agri-Innovate Competition finale under the EU/FAO STODAS project spotlighted agrifood MSMEs and innovation across Fiji, Samoa, and Solomon Islands. Ocean Power & Industry: A look at Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) explains how tropical temperature differences can drive steady electricity generation and support broader “blue economy” uses. Regional Development Watch: A QUAD port-development push in Fiji is framed as development assistance that mirrors Belt and Road-style influence, not just security posturing.
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