AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNew Caledonia Legal Fallout: A Paris court dropped all charges against pro-independence Kanak leader Christian Téin and 13 others over the May 2024 unrest, citing “insufficient” evidence; prosecutors have appealed, keeping the case politically charged as provincial elections near. Pacific Connectivity: Fiji Airways will restart direct Nadi–Nouméa flights from 22 September, twice weekly, boosting travel and business links between the two markets. Regional Trade & Resources: Indonesia’s nickel rule changes are squeezing the industry that powered the battery-metal boom, raising fears of a Chinese production shift—potentially echoing overproduction elsewhere, including Africa and even New Caledonia’s Koniambo. Tourism & Local Rules: Carnival Cruise Line warned visitors to Lifou, New Caledonia, to follow stricter dress expectations ashore, including bans on topless sunbathing and certain swimwear. Hospitality Appointments: Marriott named John Douglas as Area General Manager for the Pacific Islands, with oversight including Fiji and strategic coverage extending to New Caledonia.
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