AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoNew Species Discovery: Researchers using night dives have identified a new walking shark, Hemiscyllium dugeonae, off Papua New Guinea’s southeast coast—adding to the small, reef-dwelling group of “epaulette” sharks found in shallow tropical waters. Water Stress Watch: A new global map highlights how extreme water stress is spreading as freshwater withdrawals outpace renewable supply, with Kuwait topping the list—an urgent reminder for climate and resource planning across the Pacific. Bird Flu Alert: Australia’s H5N1 bird flu scare is widening after positive tests in seabirds, prompting stronger wildlife surveillance as officials warn it could reach more areas. Connectivity for Learning: Starlink internet has been launched at the American Corner in Waigani, and Tubusereia Junior High School in Central Province has gained high-speed access via Starlink—boosting education and information reach. Snakebite Response: PNG and Australia reaffirmed efforts to cut snakebite deaths by strengthening the national health system and expanding antivenom access. Governance & Environment Links: PNG’s Forest Authority received EU-funded upgrades to improve communications and support sustainable forest management.
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