AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMaritime Security: Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence flagged 38 vessels tied to Russia’s sanctions-evasion and shadow fleet, with 10 tankers allegedly still not sanctioned; the list includes ships operating under flags including Palau. Pacific Connectivity & Ports: Cook Islands leaders say a Penrhyn/Tongareva wharf project could receive about NZ$101.5m, with feasibility and technical work ahead, while a separate report warns Pacific port upgrades may invite “dual use” military roles. Disaster Preparedness: Taiwan launched the World Alliance for Disaster Management (WADM) with 13 founding members, promising joint training, exercises, and information sharing; Palau’s VP/Health Minister led a delegation. Energy & Infrastructure Finance: ACEN approved a P1b loan to its wind subsidiary to fund the Quezon North wind project, with related financing also covering Palauig solar and battery storage. Local Science & Resilience: Palau researchers are raising heat-tolerant coral to restore reefs that have largely avoided mass bleaching. Regional Fisheries: Pacific states pressed for stronger international recognition and support for Pacific-led fisheries strategies at FAO’s COFI37 in Rome.
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