AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPacific Connectivity Upgrade: NEC has completed the East Micronesia Cable System (EMCS), a ~2,250 km submarine fibre link connecting Kiribati (Tarawa), Nauru, and FSM (Kosrae to Pohnpei), ending reliance on satellite-only links and promising faster, more reliable internet for video calls, digital payments, and e-government. Identity & Governance: Nauru is moving toward a constitutional referendum to change its official name to “Naoero,” saying “Nauru” came from colonial-era pronunciation issues and that the new name better reflects local language and heritage. Energy Push: Nauru is also backing a clean-energy plan—an 18 MW solar plus 40 MWh battery solution aimed at cutting diesel dependence. Regional Economy Watch: The World Bank warns Pacific growth is weakening, forecasting 2.8% growth in 2026 as fuel, shipping, and broader shocks bite. Security & Environment: A Pacific security forum heard concerns that deep-sea mining plans and new military drone/AI weapons could reshape control of island waters, while new research shows whale sharks travel far across Indo-Pacific borders. Global Context: A separate dataset highlights how trade ties are shifting—China has become the top goods partner for most countries, overtaking the U.S.
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