AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUN Climate Accountability: The UN General Assembly backed a Vanuatu-led resolution endorsing the ICJ climate advisory opinion, with 141 votes in favour and 8 against, affirming that countries have legal duties to address climate change and protect people and oceans—while also stressing continuity of statehood and maritime zones for sea-level threatened islands. Pacific Climate Justice: Pacific leaders framed the vote as a shift from sympathy to enforceable accountability, with Fiji’s Minister Lynda Tabuya saying obligations can’t be treated as optional. Vanuatu Diplomacy & Sovereignty: Vanuatu’s PM Jotham Napat confirmed the country will sign the Nakamal Agreement with Australia and the Namele Agreement with China, with negotiations slowed by concerns over security and critical infrastructure. Regional Marine Protection: Vanuatu, Fiji and PNG launched a major transboundary marine protected area, adding momentum to ocean protection across the Pacific. Green Finance in the Region: PNG’s Green Finance Summit in Port Moresby highlighted sustainable investment tools and plans to position the country as a regional green finance leader.
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