AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTonga By-Elections: Tonga’s Supervisor of Elections Samiuela Vao says writs for two by-elections should be issued by King Tupou VI by week’s end, after MPs Semisi Sika (Tongatapu Two) and Lata ʻi Faingataʻa Tangimana (Niua 17) were removed following bribery convictions. Pacific Food Exports: Pacific Trade Invest Australia is bringing 15 exporters from eight Pacific economies, including Tonga’s Nishi Foods, to Fine Food Australia (31 Aug–3 Sep) to connect premium food and beverage producers with buyers. Seasonal Work Boost: New Zealand’s RSE scheme is helping Tongans build businesses back home; one example is Steven Piukala, using RSE income to run a barbershop, cassava plantation and piggery in Tonga. Maritime Security Drills: 16 Indo-Pacific nations launched SEACAT 2026 in Singapore, with a revamped Maritime Operations forum and senior leader tabletop elements aimed at improving cooperation on maritime crises and illicit activity. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: A Pacific-focused discussion says the conversation is shifting from “for or against” toward “follow the science, protect the environment,” with Tonga reiterating a “do no harm” approach. Fiji Industry Leadership: Manoa Kamikamica has been sworn back into Fiji’s Cabinet as Deputy PM and Minister for Industries, Commerce, Business Development and Public Enterprises after court clearance.
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