AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoNauru Governance & Institutions: Nauru launched Phase II of the NAIG-II project, a whole-of-government push with UNDP support (backed by Australia and New Zealand) to strengthen Parliament, the Electoral Commission, justice services and civil society participation. Nauru Fuel Costs: Nauru raised diesel and petrol retail price caps again, with diesel up about 40% to around AU$2.9 per litre and petrol up about 20%, as Pacific energy pressures continue. Deep-Sea Mining & UNCLOS: Mining companies sponsored by Nauru and Tonga filed UNCLOS claims against the International Seabed Authority after being flagged as possibly non-compliant with deep-sea exploration contracts. Regional Cybercrime Cooperation: Nauru is among Pacific states working with Fiji to finalise a regional cybercrime legislation handbook under PILON, aiming to strengthen laws and “digital borders.” Pacific Ocean Economy: World Ocean Day coverage highlighted calls for Pacific-led ocean governance and economic independence, while fisheries reporting reiterated how regional tuna management underpins hundreds of millions in annual licensing value.
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