AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPalau Energy: Solar Pacific Pristine Power secured legal and financial support for an augmentation of Palau’s solar-plus-battery energy storage system (BESS), backed by the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific via Export Finance Australia and DFAT—aiming to expand capacity while keeping the hybrid system working as one. Palau Infrastructure & Utilities: PPUC has banned swimming and other water activities in parts of Malakal after a sewage pipeline was accidentally damaged during construction of the new Minatobashi bridge; repairs are underway by the contractor. Climate & Water Security: Palau is not in drought yet, but El Niño strengthening is expected to bring a drier stretch—especially in the southwest—raising risks for water, agriculture, and fisheries, with officials urging local monitoring. Regional Security & Development: A new report highlights Palau’s growing role amid US-China rivalry, as Palau prepares for Pacific Islands Forum leaders and faces concerns that expanded US military facilities could affect communities and the environment. Maritime Safety: A Palau-flagged cargo ship MV AGN Ragnar remains in the spotlight after a drone strike in the Black Sea; India’s Supreme Court issued notices and ordered the Ministry of External Affairs to use diplomatic channels to trace missing crew.
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