AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClimate Diplomacy: PM Matthew Wale is in Fiji for Pre-COP31, pushing for stronger climate finance and Pacific priorities ahead of COP31, including a planned visit to Tuvalu to show sea-level rise impacts firsthand. Natural Capital & Jobs: Wale told leaders the Pacific’s oceans, forests, reefs and fisheries can be turned into jobs and resilience, including plans for a Solomon Islands Sovereign Wealth Fund and a Climate Resilience Investment Fund. Disaster Recovery Funds: After Cyclone Maila, the $75m Special Fund is still not in use as government works with CBSI to set up the required account under PFMA rules. Education & Capacity: SINU has submitted its provider registration application to SITESA, while SINTA urges a 1:35 teacher-student ratio as free universal education rolls out in 2027. Community Support: Solomon Water handed three water tanks to Ziata in Noro, and Belu Company donated roofing materials for Rufoki’s community kitchen. Transport & Safety: Police are investigating a fatal crash at KG VI market on 3 October. Maritime & Trade: Maersk will add a peak-season surcharge on Southeast Asia–Oceania shipments from 1 November, and Tekoti seaweed farmers received six boats and engines to improve access.
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