AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoClimate & Fisheries: Pacific nations are rolling out an Advanced Warning System under the Green Climate Fund Regional Tuna Programme to track climate-driven shifts in skipjack tuna moving beyond Pacific EEZs toward the high seas, with preliminary outputs shared in Wellington. Ocean Security: New Zealand’s RNZAF has been patrolling Fiji, Niue and the Cook Islands EEZs as part of Operation Kiwa, targeting vessels suspected of illegal activity and supporting fisheries protection and regional security. EU Market Access: EU food safety rules for freezer vessels are set to affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged vessels, with Fiji-based training for national authorities aimed at keeping Pacific seafood exports compliant. Niue Climate Finance: Niue is among countries approved for new resilience support through the Least Developed Countries Fund and Special Climate Change Fund, targeting flood/coastal risks, food and water security, ecosystem protection and disaster preparedness. Local Environment Angle: Samoa’s forestry staff completed a sustainable teak and pine training exchange in Fiji, focused on seed propagation and harvesting to build climate resilience across the region. Tourism Data: Niue’s tourism office has released the 2024 International Visitor Survey findings via the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative, highlighting visitor preferences and supporting more sustainable tourism planning.
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