AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNew Caledonia Politics: Anti-independence forces look set to dominate the Southern Province after Sunday’s provincial elections, but the overall Congress balance is expected to stay close, with pro-independence parties still holding a similar share of seats as in 2019. Election Stakes: The vote is the first territory-wide ballot since the 2024 riots and will shape who negotiates New Caledonia’s future with France. Governance Watch: A Pacific Islands Forum mission report has raised serious questions about the credibility of the December referendum process, even while noting the conduct of the voting. Regional Economy & Trade: Pacific leaders are also pushing Indigenous-led conservation and climate resilience, while PM Matthew Wale calls for a stronger Melanesian Spearhead Group to better deliver on regional priorities. Tourism & Business: Swan Hellenic is expanding its 2027 Asia-Pacific voyages, including a new itinerary linking New Caledonia with Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands.
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