AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMelanesian Ocean Summit Momentum: Leaders are arriving in Port Moresby for the inaugural Melanesian Oceans Conference (May 11–14), with PM James Marape framing it as a push for practical ocean protection and climate resilience. Blue Pacific Connectivity: PRETMM6 wrapped with a “Manubada Call to Action” urging faster delivery on energy access and maritime links, while PNG also backs a low-carbon transport and energy shift through 2035. Diplomacy Moves: PNG and Timor-Leste agreed to open embassies in each other’s capitals after Port Moresby talks, signalling deeper trade and ocean cooperation. Digital Governance: NICTA’s new CEO, Polume Lume, says the regulator will tackle governance gaps, enforcement failures and rebuild public trust. Finance Stability: Bank of PNG endorsed an Emergency Liquidity Assistance framework to help banks handle short-term shocks without undermining system health. Waste Fight: The Pacific Ocean Litter Project is targeting single-use plastics in PNG, including work around plastic bag rules. Local Wins: The UPNG–ANU partnership renewal is set to keep growing economics and public policy training.
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