AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPorts and Sustainability: Ports Authority of Tonga won the IAPH Sustainability Awards’ Akiyama Award, which recognises the highest-rated project from a least-developed country or small island state. Freight Costs: Swire Shipping will raise fuel surcharges from 15 November; on specified inbound Pacific routes, standard container charges will reach US$535 for a 20-foot unit and US$1,070 for a 40-foot unit, adding pressure to import costs. Climate Risks: Tonga reported water shortages after months of low rainfall, and below-normal rain is forecast in parts of the Pacific as El Niño strengthens, raising concerns for farms and water supplies. Export Opportunities: Tongan producers showcased coffee and other island-made goods to international buyers at the Tonga-Samoa Rugby League World Cup match, using the event to pursue overseas sales. Energy Jobs: A World Bank-backed programme is working with Tonga and other Pacific utilities to improve women’s recruitment and advancement in the energy sector, where women hold less than 7% of technical roles.
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