AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoClimate accountability: The UN General Assembly backed an ICJ-linked resolution saying states have a legal duty to act on climate change, but the US voted no, arguing the text makes “inappropriate political demands” on fossil fuels. Tuvalu finance under scrutiny: An AFP investigation says Tuvalu’s $200m climate trust fund—managed via Mercer—has exposure to coal, gas and major oil assets, and Tuvalu says it is reviewing its “fossil fuel exposure.” Fisheries protection: Pacific nations wrapped up Operation Tui Moana 2026, with Tuvalu among participants, to deter illegal fishing across multiple EEZs and nearby high seas. Education boost in Tuvalu: Tuvalu launched a $2.5m teacher training programme to meet new Bachelor of Education requirements, aiming to directly benefit about 970 children. Regional climate voices: UNDP is inviting Pacific youth (18–35) to talanoa dialogues starting 2 June in Suva to shape COP31 priorities. Pacific travel policy pressure: New Zealand is cutting Pacific visa fees and extending visa timeframes, with officials warning it could reduce revenue by $1–2m a year.
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