AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGreen Finance Push: Samoa’s banks are exploring more financing for solar and other green projects after a Central Bank of Samoa workshop with UNDP brought together commercial banks, the Development Bank of Samoa, housing and pension bodies, and industry groups to discuss demand, capacity gaps, and managing climate-related risks. Hospitality Careers: Award-winning marketer Areez Khan has been appointed multi-property director of marketing for Fiji Hotels with Marriott Fiji, based on Denarau Island and reporting to the Fiji and Samoa marketing team. Trade & Food Exports: Pacific Trade Invest Australia is set to bring 15 exporters from eight Pacific economies—including Samoa—into Fine Food Australia 2026 (31 Aug–3 Sep, Melbourne), aiming to connect premium Pacific food and beverage producers with buyers across retail and foodservice. Economic Outlook: The IMF says Samoa’s post-pandemic recovery has slowed sharply, with weak demand and higher energy costs weighing on growth, inflation, and the near-term outlook. Energy & Climate Pressure: Samoa’s Prime Minister says Australia should avoid new coal and gas projects ahead of COP31, warning that ongoing fossil expansion would undermine climate targets. Ocean Protection Call: Pacific leaders and advocates are urging opposition to deep-sea mining, warning it could cause irreversible harm to ecosystems and Pacific identity.
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