AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCoral Reef Alarm for Asia-Pacific: With El Niño building and World Reef Awareness Day spotlighting reef decline, a new analysis warns warming seas are driving more frequent severe bleaching, including in the Coral Triangle where reefs support huge marine life and livelihoods. Tuvalu Ocean Science: Tuvalu premiered a National Geographic Pristine Seas documentary on a 2025 expedition, aiming to turn new reef and deep-ocean biodiversity findings into stronger conservation and fisheries management. Pacific Security Meets Climate Reality: Australia and Fiji signed the Vuvale Union and the Ocean of Peace Alliance in Suva, while Australia also condemned China’s nuclear-capable missile test near Tuvalu and Nauru—raising regional stability concerns that can spill into disaster and climate resilience planning. Pacific Fuel Shock + El Niño Test: The Pacific Islands Forum activated its emergency response mechanism after an Iran-war fuel and transport cost shock, with forecasters warning El Niño could intensify pressure through 2026–early 2027. Plastic Treaty Momentum: Fiji helped lead implementation discussions for a global plastics agreement, pushing for predictable finance and support so small island states can deliver marine pollution commitments. Fisheries Governance: Ministers wrapped up the 25th Forum Fisheries Committee meeting in Wellington, setting priorities for regional cooperation on fisheries management.
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