AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClimate & Disaster Finance: Pacific Catastrophe Risk Insurance Company (PCRIC) says climate change is pushing up the cost of recovery, estimating climate-related losses at about 5% of regional GDP, and calls for stronger, faster disaster financing as it expands its Fiji-based support role. Budget & Debt Pressure: Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka defends Fiji’s 2026–2027 National Budget as built for long-term growth with fiscal discipline, while Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu challenges the sustainability of an expanded cabinet amid rising debt. Climate Preparedness: Pacific leaders are urged to stay alert as cyclone season continues, with warnings that communities need better access to timely, trusted emergency information. Sailing Sustainability: World Sailing is starting a first-of-its-kind life cycle assessment of Olympic-class equipment to cut environmental impact from production to disposal. Mining & Environment: Fiji’s Lands Ministry inspects Vatukoula’s new Fulin Carbon-in-Pulp plant, aimed at improving gold recovery from historical tailings and tightening tailings management. Blue Economy & Fisheries: A report highlights how tuna wealth from the western and central Pacific often leaves island economies, with most value captured after fish are shipped overseas. Ocean Security Diplomacy: Fiji welcomes New Zealand’s interest in the Ocean of Peace Alliance, while regional debate continues over militarising the Pacific. Sugar Transition: Fiji’s finance permanent secretary warns the sugar sector is no longer sustainable without a clear recovery plan, pushing for diversification and a managed transition.
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