AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 minutes agoNew Caledonia Referendum Scrutiny: A Pacific Islands Forum ministerial mission report, reviewed in Suva, sharply questions the credibility and legitimacy of New Caledonia’s third self-determination referendum process, even while noting the voting itself was well conducted. Provincial Election Fallout: New Caledonia’s provincial elections point to a loyalist win in the Southern Province, with Congress balance broadly similar to 2019 as pro-independence support holds in the North and Loyalty Islands; turnout fell to about 63.7%. Regional Governance & Conservation: Pacific leaders and Indigenous representatives are meeting to strengthen Indigenous-led conservation and customary governance, with New Caledonia among participants. Pacific Fisheries Talks: The 25th Forum Fisheries Committee ministerial meeting wrapped up in Wellington, setting priorities for regional fisheries cooperation with New Caledonia attending as an observer. Tourism & Shipping: Swan Hellenic expanded its 2027 Asia-Pacific voyages, including a New Caledonia-focused itinerary, as the cruise line boosts cultural expedition capacity.
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