AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAviation & Tourism: Fiji Airways has relaunched direct Nadi–Nouméa flights, with a bi-weekly service (Tuesdays and Fridays) returning after the 2024 unrest shut La Tontouta; the airline says the route adds over 10,000 seats annually and could expand to a third weekly flight from 13 December 2026. Regional Geopolitics: At the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, China’s influence push was front and centre as Taiwan’s foreign minister attended and China warned of “consequences,” underscoring the diplomatic competition affecting New Caledonia and other members. Climate & Development: Pacific leaders used the UN General Assembly to press climate action and resilience funding, with Tuvalu calling sea-level rise a “present reality” and the Solomon Islands warning that a single disaster could wipe out years of development. Business & Trade Context: India has been placed on the Pacific Islands Forum “strategic partner” stream, with cooperation flagged in healthcare, renewables, connectivity and capacity building. Local Economy Watch: A magnitude 6.6 earthquake was recorded off New Caledonia near Maré; no major damage or casualties have been reported, but aftershocks remain a concern. Sports (Regional Economy Angle): MSG Prime Minister’s Cup action continues in Suva, with New Caledonia facing Fiji in the men’s final pool match next Tuesday.
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