AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPacific Security: Tonga’s Prime Minister Lord Fatafehi Fakafānua joined regional leaders condemning China’s nuclear-capable missile test, saying it “caused a bit of a stir” and warning against militarising the ocean as Tonga weighs whether to move with Fiji and Australia into a new defence alliance. Pacific Rugby League: A AU$250m, 10-year Pacific Rugby League Partnership was signed in Brisbane by Australia, Tonga, Samoa, Fiji and Papua New Guinea, with Tonga earmarking upgrades to Teufaiva Stadium and a high-performance centre plus school and youth programs. Tonga Sports: The Ministry of Education and Training (MET) swept the Fiefia Tonga Sports volleyball competition, taking both men’s and women’s titles. Banking: ANZ announced leadership changes across its Pacific operations, naming Terence Low as Samoa Country Head and expanding his oversight to include ANZ Tonga. Environment & Science: Researchers report finding 73 previously unknown submarine volcanic calderas in the deep ocean, using a Mars-style mapping approach. Health: ProCare recognised Pacific nursing graduates from Unitec with scholarships, including a Tongan/Niuean/Māori recipient. Business/Policy: PNG has been included among Pacific reform leaders in foreign investment after amendments to its Investment Promotion Act.
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