AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAviation Wellness Push: Fiji Airways just rolled out its FlyWell program, adding Vital Red Light therapy to the Fiji Airways Premier Lounge at Nadi and select long-haul flights starting Jun 1, 2026—free for eligible guests for the first two months, then available for purchase onboard from Aug 1. STEM Momentum: UNESCO’s new STEM education institute officially began operations, with a push for inclusive, equitable science and tech learning from early years through adulthood. Samoa Skills & Growth: Arieta Fa’aulu earned a Master’s in Tropical Plant Pathology in Hawaiʻi, adding to Samoa’s growing pipeline of advanced agricultural expertise. Health & Safety Warning: A week of coverage also spotlighted the ongoing risks of toxic chemicals like paraquat—still used despite bans elsewhere—raising fresh pressure on safer farming practices. Cost of Living Reality: Samoa’s minimum wage is set to rise to WST$5.24 in July 2026, climbing toward WST$6.05 by 2028, as the government balances worker purchasing power with business sustainability. Pacific Economy Watch: The World Bank warns growth across Pacific economies will likely slow in 2026 as energy and shipping costs bite and tourism momentum cools.
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