AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPacific Islands Forum Fallout: China warned of “consequences” after Taiwan’s foreign minister attended a Palau summit event, as several leaders skipped the meeting amid fears of Beijing pressure. US-Australia Push: Australia and the United States announced a combined US$580m for Pacific priorities, including US$60m for fuel security and grid stability and major funding to tackle drug smuggling and transnational crime. Solomon Islands Politics: Honiara’s GREAT Coalition government hit back at a no-confidence motion against PM Matthew Wale, calling it a political power grab and arguing reforms are only just starting. Regional Action Pressure: Solomon Islands’ Rick Houenipwela urged Forum leaders to turn communiqués into results, pointing to the Review of Regional Architecture as a key chance to reset priorities. Local Economy Watch: CBSI kept its policy rate at 1.5% and warned inflation could reach 5–6% by end-2026, driven largely by oil prices and weather disruptions. Trade & Business: SINU will host the 2026 National Trade Fair (Sept 7–14) after signing an MoU with MCILI, with venue upgrades planned. Biosecurity Planning: MALD is preparing a National Biosecurity Strategy 2026–2036 after a Honiara validation workshop, targeting invasive pests and diseases that threaten food security and livelihoods.
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