AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFisheries Security: Pacific nations just wrapped Operation Tui Moana 2026, a three-week, region-wide surveillance push led by the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency to deter illegal fishing and other maritime crimes—Solomon Islands joined patrols and checks across 10 countries’ EEZs and nearby high seas, with authorities carrying out 61 vessel inspections and verifying 200+ detections. Diplomacy & Funding: Solomon Islands also took part in the 8th ROK–PIF Senior Officials Meeting in Nadi, highlighting Korea’s support for fisheries, digital connectivity, youth and renewable energy, and pushing regional work toward Pre-COP31. Food & Research: Japan’s SATREPS sweet potato project officially kicks off in Honiara, aiming to improve seedling management for national food security through a five-year research partnership. Connectivity Lessons: A new Pacific-focused look at Starlink workarounds argues the biggest barrier isn’t access anymore—it’s affordability and local shared models that keep services usable. Infrastructure: Ahanga Wharf preparations are advancing, with site facilities set up and key equipment delivered ahead of foundation pile work.
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