AGP Executive Report

Climate resilience for Niue: Niue secured a US$9m package to strengthen climate resilience, protect its ocean space, and upgrade community infrastructure through the Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, including long-term support via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust and protection of the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park. Pacific plastics treaty push: Pacific leaders, including Fiji as co-facilitator, are guiding key “means of implementation” talks for a legally binding global plastics instrument in Nairobi—focusing on predictable finance, capacity building, technical help, and support for Small Island Developing States. Fisheries governance in focus: Niue’s outgoing FFC Ministerial Chair Mona Ainu’u was thanked as the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting wrapped in Wellington, with ministers backing priorities for the future of Pacific fisheries cooperation. Tourism data for better planning: SPTO’s five-day Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi trained tourism officers from Niue and other islands in survey analysis and report writing, aiming to improve evidence-based tourism decisions. El Niño—more than just dry weather: SPREP highlighted that El Niño can bring different impacts and opportunities across the Pacific, with guidance from regional climate and ocean support programmes. Regional ocean health context: A Pacific-wide push continues ahead of Nairobi’s plastics negotiations, stressing the scale of plastic leakage into aquatic ecosystems and why marine-focused action matters for island nations.

Niue Climate & Ocean Resilience: Niue has secured about US$9m (NZ$11m) for a five-year project to boost climate resilience, protect its ocean space, and strengthen community infrastructure, with UNDP and Conservation International supporting the Niue IECI plan anchored by the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park and long-term conservation funding via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Pacific Plastics Treaty Push: Pacific leaders are helping drive the global push for a legally binding plastics deal, with Fiji co-facilitating implementation discussions in Nairobi and stressing that ambition must come with predictable finance and support for Small Island Developing States. Regional Fisheries Governance: Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u was thanked as the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting wrapped up in Wellington, with ministers backing priorities for stronger regional cooperation on Pacific fisheries. El Niño—Not Just Bad News: SPREP says El Niño can bring opportunities as well as risks, outlining what Pacific communities may expect and how climate services can help planning. Tourism Data for Better Decisions: A New Zealand-funded Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi trained tourism officers from Niue and other islands to use survey and research tools to improve evidence-based tourism planning. WIS2 Weather Data Sharing Update: The latest WIS2 operational newsletter reports continued growth in climate and weather data sharing nodes worldwide, supporting better access to environmental information. Vaa Championship (Community & Ocean Sport): Samoa hosted the International Va’a Federation World Distance Championship opening, highlighting ocean-based sport and regional participation.

Niue Climate & Ocean Resilience: Niue secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) package to boost climate resilience, protect its ocean space, and upgrade community infrastructure through the Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, anchored by the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park and long-term support via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Pacific Fisheries Governance: The 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting wrapped up in Wellington, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked and new FFC Ministerial Chair Shane Jones taking over, as ministers set priorities for the future of Pacific fisheries cooperation. Tourism Data for Better Decisions: The Pacific Tourism Organisation finished a five-day Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi, training tourism officers from Niue and other Pacific countries to turn survey data into practical planning tools. Plastic Pollution Treaty Push: Pacific nations are heading to Nairobi for global talks to end plastic pollution, with SPREP stressing the urgency for island countries facing limited land space and a vast ocean. El Niño—Not Just Risks: SPREP says El Niño can bring opportunities as well as drought risk, outlining what Pacific communities may expect in coming months. Regional Leadership: South Pacific Group ministers met in Wellington to reaffirm solidarity and a unified voice on sustainable management of oceanic fisheries, including collective action in the southern longline fishery.

Climate & Ocean Resilience for Niue: Niue secured about US$9m (NZ$11m) for a five-year Niue Infrastructure, Ecosystems and Communities Integrated Project, aiming to strengthen climate resilience, protect the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park, and back long-term conservation funding via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Pacific Fisheries Governance: The 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting wrapped up in Wellington, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked and New Zealand’s Shane Jones set to lead 2026–2027, as ministers aligned on future regional cooperation. Plastic Pollution Treaty Push: Pacific voices are being amplified ahead of global negotiations in Nairobi, targeting a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution in aquatic environments. El Niño Outlook (With a Twist): SPREP says El Niño can bring more than drought risk—communities are being briefed on what to expect and how to plan for changing rainfall and ocean conditions. Regional Capacity Building for Data: SPTO’s Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi trained tourism officers from Niue and others to use survey and analysis tools for evidence-based planning. Public Health Alert (Dengue): Nauru’s health chief urged action as dengue risk rises.

Climate & Ocean Resilience for Niue: Niue secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) five-year package to boost climate resilience, protect its ocean space, and upgrade community infrastructure through the Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, anchored by the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park and supported by the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust for longer-term conservation funding. Regional Fisheries Governance: Pacific fisheries ministers wrapped up the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting in Wellington, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked and Shane Jones taking over for 2026–2027, as ministers set priorities for cooperation across tuna and other oceanic fisheries. Plastic Pollution Push: Pacific voices are heading into global plastic pollution negotiations in Nairobi, with SPREP stressing the urgency for island nations facing ocean impacts from millions of tonnes of plastic waste. El Niño Outlook: SPREP highlighted that El Niño can bring both risks and opportunities for Pacific communities, outlining what to expect across coming months. Tokelau Administration Change: New Zealand’s Foreign Minister appointed Andre van der Walt as Tokelau Administrator, with climate resilience and renewable energy among the focus areas. Data for Better Decisions: SPTO’s Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi trained tourism officers from Niue and other countries to strengthen evidence-based planning using survey and analysis tools.

Climate & Ocean Resilience for Niue: Niue secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) package for the five-year Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, aiming to strengthen resilience, protect the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park, and back long-term conservation funding through the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Fisheries Governance: Pacific fisheries ministers wrapped up the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting in Wellington, adopting a communiqué and passing the chair role from Niue’s Mona Ainu’u to New Zealand’s Shane Jones for 2026–2027. Plastic Pollution Treaty Push: SPREP highlighted Pacific priorities ahead of global negotiations in Nairobi, stressing the urgency of tackling plastic waste entering aquatic ecosystems and the need for a legally binding instrument that protects the region’s large ocean and limited land space. Regional Climate Outlook: SPREP also shared what El Niño could mean for Pacific communities, noting the event’s link to shifting rainfall and ocean conditions across the region. Marine Science Under Pressure: A look at marine biobanks described them as “records of the present” that may help preserve biodiversity as climate change accelerates, while raising big questions about control and what can truly be saved. Tokelau Administration: New Zealand named Andre van der Walt as the next Administrator of Tokelau, with a focus that includes climate resilience and renewable energy—relevant for wider Pacific governance and environment planning. Capacity Building for Data: The Pacific Tourism Organisation finished a workshop in Nadi for tourism data skills across nine Pacific countries, including Niue, supporting evidence-based planning.

Climate & Ocean Resilience: Niue secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) package for a five-year Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, aiming to strengthen climate resilience, protect the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park, and back long-term conservation funding via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Regional Fisheries Governance: Forum Fisheries Committee ministers wrapped up talks in Wellington, adopting a communiqué on the future of Pacific fisheries cooperation and backing leadership transitions, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked and New Zealand’s Shane Jones taking the 2026–27 chair role. Plastic Pollution Treaty Push: Pacific environment leaders are gearing up for Nairobi negotiations on a global legally binding plastic pollution instrument, stressing the stakes for Pacific islands with limited land and a vast ocean. El Niño Outlook: SPREP says the declared El Niño can bring both risks and opportunities, outlining what Pacific communities may expect in coming months. Marine Science & Biodiversity: A look at marine biobanks shows how “stopping time” could help preserve ecosystems under pressure, while raising big questions about control and what can truly be saved. Tokelau Administration: New Zealand named Andre van der Walt as Tokelau’s next Administrator, with climate resilience and renewable energy among his remit. Fisheries & Tourism Capacity: SPTO’s Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi trained Niue and other Pacific officers to use stronger data for planning, while WIS2 updates track expanding regional weather data sharing.

Fisheries Governance: Pacific fisheries ministers wrapped up the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting in Wellington, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked for her leadership and Shane Jones taking over as chair for 2026–2027, as ministers backed shared priorities for regional cooperation. Climate & Oceans Funding: Niue secured about US$9m (NZ$11m) for the Niue IECI project, aiming to strengthen climate resilience, protect the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park, and support long-term conservation funding via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Plastic Pollution Treaty Push: Pacific environment leaders urged action ahead of global plastic pollution negotiations in Nairobi, stressing the stakes for Pacific islands with limited land and a vast ocean. El Niño Outlook: SPREP highlighted that El Niño can bring both risks and opportunities for Pacific communities, outlining what to expect in coming months as climate services track ENSO phases. Regional Fisheries Solidarity: South Pacific Group ministers met in Wellington to reaffirm cooperation on sustainable tuna and oceanic fisheries management, including progress on shared strategies and targets. Tokelau Administration: New Zealand named Andre van der Walt as Tokelau Administrator, with climate resilience and renewable energy among the stated priorities. Marine Science & Biobanks: A look at marine biobanks as “insurance” for ecosystems under pressure, raising big questions about preserving life and who controls it.

Niue Climate & Ocean Resilience: Niue has secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) package for the Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, aiming to strengthen climate resilience, protect the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park, and back long-term conservation via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Regional Plastic Pollution Push: Pacific leaders are gearing up for Nairobi talks on a global legally binding plastic pollution treaty, noting millions of tonnes of plastic waste entering aquatic ecosystems each year and the stakes for Pacific island oceans. Pacific Fisheries Cooperation: South Pacific Group ministers met in Wellington to reaffirm shared action on sustainable oceanic fisheries, with Niue among the five-country coalition focused on tuna and longline fisheries. Marine Biobanks: A look at marine biobanks and cryogenic storage asks what it means to “preserve life” as climate change reshapes ecosystems faster than scientists can study them. Tokelau Administration: New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced Andre van der Walt as the next Administrator of Tokelau, with a mandate including climate resilience and renewable energy support. El Niño Outlook: SPREP highlights that El Niño can bring both risks and opportunities for Pacific communities, with guidance on expected ocean and rainfall shifts.

Niue climate & ocean protection: Niue has secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) package for the Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, aiming to boost resilience to extreme weather and sea-level rise while strengthening protection of the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park and supporting long-term conservation funding via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Pacific plastic pollution push: Pacific negotiators are heading to Nairobi for global talks on a legally binding treaty to end plastic pollution in the marine environment, with SPREP warning the region’s huge ocean and limited land make the issue urgent. El Niño outlook (with a twist): SPREP says the declared El Niño can bring below-normal rainfall for parts of the western Pacific, but also highlights potential opportunities for Pacific communities as climate and ocean support programmes share what to expect. Regional fisheries cooperation: South Pacific Group ministers in Wellington reaffirmed shared action on sustainable oceanic fisheries, including collective positions on tuna and longline fisheries that include Niue. Marine science under pressure: A look at marine biobanks explains how “stopping time” through cryogenic storage is being used to preserve biodiversity—while raising big questions about who controls these living records. Tokelau leadership: New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced Andre van der Walt as the next Administrator of Tokelau, with a mandate including climate resilience and renewable energy support. WIS2 update: The WIS2 Operational Newsletter reports continued rollout of the WMO’s data-sharing system, with 116 operational nodes as of 30 June 2026.

Niue Climate & Ocean Resilience Deal: Niue secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) package to boost climate resilience, protect its ocean space, and strengthen community infrastructure through the Niue IECI project with UNDP and Conservation International, including long-term support via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust for the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park. Pacific Plastic Pollution Push: SPREP says Pacific islands are heading to Nairobi for global talks on a legally binding treaty to end plastic pollution, noting millions of tonnes leak into aquatic ecosystems each year and that the Pacific’s large ocean and limited land make action urgent. Regional Fisheries Cooperation: South Pacific Group ministers in Wellington reaffirmed commitment to sustainable management of oceanic fisheries resources, with Niue among five coalition members working to strengthen a unified voice on tuna and longline fisheries. Marine “Biobanks” for a Warming Ocean: A look at marine biobanks describes how cryogenic storage is being used as an “insurance policy” for ecosystems under pressure, while raising big questions about who controls preserved life and what it means to “save” nature. El Niño Outlook for the Pacific: SPREP highlights that El Niño can bring both risks and opportunities, outlining what communities may expect in coming months as ENSO phases shift. Health in the Pacific: Global evidence and Pacific experts say cervical cancer elimination is achievable within a generation, with HPV vaccination and screening—especially self-testing—driving momentum.

Niue Climate & Ocean Resilience: Niue secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) blended-finance package to boost climate resilience, protect its ocean space, and strengthen community infrastructure through the Niue IECI project, with long-term conservation funding support via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust and a focus on the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park. Pacific Plastic Pollution Talks: Pacific leaders and SPREP highlighted the urgency of a global, legally binding plastic pollution deal ahead of Nairobi negotiations, pointing to millions of tonnes of plastic waste leaking into aquatic ecosystems each year and the stakes for Pacific islands’ oceans. El Niño Outlook (Opportunities + Risks): SPREP says the declared El Niño can bring more than drought—sharing what communities across the western Pacific may expect in coming months and how climate services can help planning. Marine “Stopping Time” Science: Researchers are expanding marine biobanks to preserve biodiversity under pressure from climate change, while raising tough questions about control, access, and whether ecosystems can truly be “kept alive” in storage. Regional Fisheries Commitment: South Pacific Group ministers met in Wellington to reaffirm cooperation on sustainable oceanic fisheries management, including collective action on longline tuna priorities. Health in the Pacific: Global evidence and Pacific experts say cervical cancer elimination is achievable within a generation, with momentum building around HPV vaccination and self-testing.

Climate & Ocean Resilience: Niue secured a US$9m (NZ$11m) package for a five-year Niue Infrastructure, Ecosystems and Communities Integrated Project, aiming to strengthen climate resilience, protect the Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park, and back long-term conservation funding through the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Regional Plastic Pollution Push: Pacific leaders and SPREP highlighted the push for a global, legally binding plastic pollution treaty ahead of talks in Nairobi, stressing the stakes for Pacific islands with vast ocean space and limited land. South Pacific Fisheries Cooperation: Ministers from the South Pacific Group (including Niue) met in Wellington to reaffirm shared action on sustainable southern longline tuna fisheries and regional unity on ocean management. Marine Science Under Pressure: A look at marine biobanks shows how “stopping time” via cryogenic storage is becoming a frontline tool as climate change reshapes ocean life—and raises big questions about who controls preserved ecosystems and future uses. Niue-Relevant Health Context: A global roundup notes obesity rates are soaring, with many of the highest rates concentrated in Pacific island nations—an added pressure on health systems already dealing with climate and environmental change.

Climate & Oceans: SPREP says El Niño can bring both dry western-Pacific conditions and potential opportunities, with Pacific projects sharing what communities may expect in coming months. Niue Funding Boost: Niue secured about US$9m (NZ$11m) for a five-year Niue IECI project to strengthen climate resilience, protect the Niue Nukutuluea marine sanctuary, and back long-term conservation via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Plastic Pollution Treaty Push: Pacific leaders are heading to Nairobi for global talks on a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution in the marine environment, with SPREP stressing the urgency for island nations with vast ocean and limited land. Regional Fisheries Cooperation: South Pacific Group ministers in Wellington reaffirmed solidarity on sustainable oceanic fisheries management, highlighting collective action for tuna and other longline fisheries. Marine Science & Storage: A look at marine biobanks explains how cryogenic “records” may help preserve life under pressure, while raising big questions about control and what it means to store ecosystems.

Climate & Oceans Funding: Niue secured about US$9m (NZ$11m) for a five-year Niue Infrastructure, Ecosystems and Communities Integrated Project, led with UNDP and Conservation International, to boost resilience against extreme weather and sea-level rise while strengthening protection of The Rock’s Niue Nukutuluea Multiple-Use Marine Park and supporting local livelihoods via the Niue and Ocean Wide (NOW) Trust. Plastic Pollution Treaty Push: Pacific leaders are gearing up for Nairobi talks to tackle transboundary plastic pollution, pointing to millions of tonnes leaking into aquatic ecosystems each year and backing a global legally binding instrument. Regional Fisheries Governance: South Pacific Group ministers in Wellington reaffirmed cooperation on sustainable management of oceanic fisheries, with Niue among five members coordinating tuna and longline interests. Marine Science Under Pressure: A look at marine biobanks shows how “stopping time” via frozen samples is becoming a frontline tool as climate change reshapes ocean life—and raises big questions about control and use. El Niño Preparedness: SPREP urged Pacific communities to start preparing now that an El Niño event is underway, stressing practical steps to reduce risks.

Global Plastic Treaty Talks: Pacific negotiators are gearing up for next week’s Nairobi meetings on a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution, after years of INC sessions; SPREP’s Anthony Talouli says the Pacific’s huge ocean and limited land make this urgent. South Pacific Fisheries Cooperation: Ministers from the South Pacific Group (including Niue) met in Wellington to reaffirm solidarity and coordinated action for sustainable tuna and other oceanic fisheries. Marine Biobanks Under Climate Pressure: A new look at “stopping time” biobanks asks what it means to preserve life in freezers as climate change reshapes oceans faster than scientists can study them. El Niño Preparedness Push: SPREP urges communities to prepare now that an El Niño event is underway, stressing knowledge and practical steps to reduce risks. Ocean Monitoring in the Region: Climate Change Cook Islands begins an oceanographic survey on the Kaharoa II, including plastic pollution sampling, to build a baseline for future climate impacts. Climate Displacement in Solomon Islands: Reporting highlights how the A’ama tribe was relocated after 2014 flash flooding and what that means for adaptation as climate threats intensify.