AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCritically Endangered Orchid: Researchers say a newly described helmet orchid, Corybas apoensis, survives in mossy forest on Mount Apo with just 10 mature plants found at a single site—making it “critically endangered” and vulnerable to disturbance and habitat degradation. Sustainable Tuna Partnership: PNG’s National Fisheries Authority chief met the PNA Office CEO to reaffirm Pacific solidarity on sustainable tuna fisheries management and shared economic benefits. Land Protection Push: A new call warns that large-scale mining and oil palm expansion can permanently damage rivers, forests and biodiversity, while eroding customary livelihoods—urging stronger impact assessments, consultation, and rehabilitation rules. Ocean of Peace Security Tensions: PNG PM Marape urged global powers to stop using the Pacific for missile tests, framing the region as an “Ocean of Peace” tied to environmental protection and stability. Community-Led Conservation Learning: Pacific leaders and Indigenous authorities gathered in Rarotonga to strengthen community governance for nature, including customary marine rules and climate resilience. Mining Permit Progress: CEPA granted an environmental permit for Adyton’s Wapolu gold project restart in Milne Bay, clearing a key regulatory step toward mining operations.
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