AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMissile Shock in the Blue Pacific: Tuvalu has condemned China’s submarine-launched nuclear-capable ballistic missile test, calling it a “grave and serious concern” for regional peace and security, with the missile reportedly landing near Tuvalu’s EEZ (or just inside it) and flying over multiple Pacific states; Forum Push for a United Response: Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese says Pacific leaders are considering a “very strong” joint statement through the Pacific Islands Forum after the test drew swift backlash over transparency and limited notice; Tuvalu’s Security Message: Forum Chair Matthew Wale of Solomon Islands lodged a formal protest, saying “friends don’t threaten friends” and warning the Pacific must not become a testing ground; Regional Security Moves: The missile test comes as Australia deepens ties with Pacific partners, including a new mutual defence pact with Papua New Guinea coming into force and major agreements with Fiji, while leaders meet in Brisbane to coordinate security, trade and growth; Tuvalu’s Ocean Focus: Tuvalu also premiered a National Geographic Pristine Seas documentary based on a 2025 marine expedition, highlighting new science for reef and deep-ocean conservation.
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