AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoOcean & Fisheries Policy: Samoa is hosting the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Scientific Committee meeting in Apia, with Prime Minister La’auli Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt urging stronger, credible science to protect tuna stocks and the “Blue Pacific” livelihoods that depend on them. Green Finance: Samoa’s Central Bank, with UNDP, brought banks and development partners together to push green banking and sustainable finance, with renewable energy—especially solar for homes and businesses—front and centre. Climate Diplomacy: Pacific leaders used CSW66 to stress that women and girls must be at the centre of climate resilience and disaster risk reduction, linking gender equality to safer, stronger communities. Culture & Tourism: Samoa’s Teuila Festival returns in late August under a new Measina Festival name, spotlighting arts, culture, performances, food and family events in Apia. Sports & Community Stories: Former Manu Samoa captain Chris Vui is seeking crowd-funding to finish a documentary about his doping ban and alleged contamination. Energy Security (Regional): Fiji and Malaysia discussed fuel security and resilient supply chains, including possible offshore storage and maritime arrangements—an issue Samoa also faces as an import-dependent island economy.
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