AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoVatican Diplomacy Sparks Backlash: A Vatican ceremony awarding Iran’s envoy Mohammad Hossein Mokhtari the Grand Cross of the Order of Pius IX has drawn sharp Western criticism, with supporters arguing the Holy See keeps “doors open” through dialogue even with controversial partners. Tuvalu Ocean Policy: Tuvalu’s first National Ocean Policy is set for launch on 8 June, with a new Ocean Unit, plans for marine protected areas, and a firm line against commercial fishing—framing ocean health as national security. Pacific Aviation Push: Tuvalu’s Transport Minister Simon Kofe chaired RAMM4, focusing on safer, more affordable air services across the Pacific. Pacific Economy Watch: The World Bank warns growth across 11 Pacific island states will slow to about 2.8% in 2026 as fuel, shipping, and tourism pressures persist. Regional Security Moves: Australia and Fiji signed an upgraded security treaty in Suva, boosting cooperation on interdiction, policing, and transnational crime.
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