AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPacific Economy Watch: The World Bank says Pacific growth is still cooling, with fuel and shipping costs, weaker tourism and repeated global shocks dragging momentum—forecasting 2.8% growth in 2026 (down from 3.2% in 2024–25) across 11 island economies. Aid + Climate Funding: In parallel, Australia’s latest budget backs Pacific climate and resilience work with $335m+ in support, including money for Nauru development and major UN climate-summit events. Resilience Deal Lands: The Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) Treaty has now entered into force after ratification by Australia and Fiji, aiming to push grant funding for community adaptation and disaster readiness. Energy Shift in Nauru: Nauru is also moving to cut diesel dependence, signing an MoU for an 18MW solar + 40MWh battery plan. Regional Security Push: Australia and Fiji are nearing a new security framework, the Vuvale Union, as Canberra tries to strengthen ties and counter China’s growing influence.
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