AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPort & Security: Palau’s planned $500m wharf expansion and deeper harbor dredging under a U.S. rebuild next year has reignited WWII fears, with residents asking how they’d be protected if conflict reaches the islands. Health Supply Chain: Palau’s Ministry of Health says 48% of essential medicines, medical supplies and lab materials are out of stock, blamed on overseas supplier disruptions, price spikes, and regulatory hurdles. Regional Trade & Energy: The UAE joined the Pacific Islands Forum as a Strategic Partner, aiming to boost trade, investment, and cooperation on the energy transition and digital areas. Maritime Risk & Freight: Strait of Hormuz tensions are pushing freight rates above $1m a day as attacks disrupt shipping routes and force rerouting via the Red Sea. Local Licensing: Palau’s Alcoholic Beverage Control board approved eight applications, including license upgrades for CUL Hagåtña and a new Micronesia Mall Food Court vendor. Social Protection: A UN DESA brief says Pacific SIDS need stronger social protection to better handle poverty and climate/economic shocks. Missing Divers: Palau officials officially ended the search for two divers missing since Sept 7 at Peleliu Wall.
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