AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTourism & Branding: Tonga’s refreshed “Kingdom of Tonga: The Friendly Islands” tourism brand has been named a finalist in the 2026 Skift IDEA Awards, with reported gains after the rebrand including big jumps in website users, organic traffic, engagement, and agent bookings. Infrastructure & Land: Costs are rising for Tonga’s US$97m Fangaʻuta Lagoon bridge as unresolved land disputes keep key construction work on hold, with negotiations still ongoing about compensation and access. Culture & Creative Industries: Tonga has ratified UNESCO’s 2005 Convention on protecting and promoting the diversity of cultural expressions, strengthening support for artists and creative enterprises as the convention takes effect in October 2026. Maritime Economy & Security: Samoa is pushing stronger fish stock monitoring and EEZ security at the WCPFC, including joint operations with Australia, New Zealand, Tonga and Fiji to tackle illegal fishing, drugs, and trafficking. Climate & Gender: Pacific leaders at CSW66 urged global action on climate resilience that puts women and girls at the centre, linking gender equality to safer, more resilient communities. Disaster Readiness: Solomon Islands’ minister opened regional geohazard and tsunami early-warning meetings in Honiara, highlighting the economic and life-saving value of monitoring and preparedness across the Blue Pacific.
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