AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoClimate Accountability at UN: The UN General Assembly backed a resolution affirming an International Court of Justice advisory opinion that countries have a legal duty to limit global warming to 1.5°C, with 141 nations voting yes and the U.S. voting no—setting up a stronger basis for future climate lawsuits. Tuvalu’s Fossil-Fuel Link Under Review: An AFP investigation says Tuvalu’s $200m government trust fund, managed by Mercer, has “fossil fuel exposure” through stakes in coal, gas and major oil assets; Tuvalu says it is reviewing the exposure after public criticism from climate activist Richard Gokrun. Regional Security for Fisheries: Operation Tui Moana 2026 wrapped up after three weeks of Pacific-led surveillance against illegal fishing, with Tuvalu among participating island states and support from partners including Australia, New Zealand, France and the U.S. Tuvalu Education Boost: Tuvalu launched a $2.5m programme to upgrade teacher qualifications to a Bachelor of Education standard, aiming to directly benefit about 970 children through improved classroom teaching. Pacific Youth Climate Voice: UNDP is inviting Pacific youth (18–35) to talanoa dialogues starting 2 June in Suva to shape a shared youth climate agenda ahead of COP31. Tuvalu-Linked Regional Defence Work: Australia’s ADF says it will deploy minehunters to Tuvalu in July for technical reconnaissance of Nanumea Lagoon, supporting future disposal planning. USP Governance in Tonga: The University of the South Pacific council met in Tonga, adopting audited 2025 accounts and reviewing 2026 finances, including the appointment of Tuvalu’s Governor-General as USP Chancellor from 1 July 2026.
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