AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDigital Safety & Inclusion: Students from Tonga National University and Christ’s University in Pacific are representing the region at the Bridge the Gap: Pacific Digital Inclusion & Safety Challenge 2026 in Port Moresby, aiming to build practical solutions for online safety, cybersecurity and digital financial access across Pacific communities. Climate Youth Engagement: COP31 youth climate champion Sally Higgins wrapped a two-day visit to Samoa, meeting young climate leaders and community groups and pushing for locally led resilience to be central in global talks. Aviation & Connectivity: Samoa Airways welcomed back its oldest Twin Otter (5W-FAY) after a major overhaul by Unity Aviation Canada, with the refurbishment expected to extend the aircraft’s life by 30 years and improve safety and tourism/trade links. Labour Mobility: Samoa and New Zealand leaders reaffirmed the RSE partnership, focusing on keeping seasonal worker programmes sustainable and improving welfare and pastoral care. Public Safety Online: Samoa’s police held a perimeter relay to spotlight cyberbullying and harassment, with teams from Cyber Safety Pasifika and police units. Governance & Health Services: A local op-ed criticises medicine shortages and argues Samoa’s governance must prioritise reliable access to basic drugs over big announcements. Sports: Samoa coach Ben Gardiner dismissed claims Jarome Luai is recruiting players for PNG, calling the rumours “rot.”
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