AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOcean Governance & Conservation: Rapa Nui’s ocean council (Koro Nui o te Vaikava o Rapa Nui), with the Polynesian Voyaging Society and Pacific Pwo Navigators, hosted Te Piri mā’ohi o Te Moana Nui a Hiva, bringing together voyaging leaders, scientists, and government reps from across the Pacific (including French Polynesia) to strengthen ancestral ties and coordinate marine conservation, with a focus on the high seas. Regional Security & Trade: Fiji’s biggest cocaine seizure—2.64 tonnes worth about $3 billion—was linked to trafficking from Colombia, tied to Clan Del Golfo, with police reporting arrests of Ecuadorians connected to the Vatia jetty case and broader Pacific routes. Aviation & Tourism Connectivity: The Cook Islands hosted ASPA81 in Rarotonga, with airline and tourism leaders discussing “Island Economies in Flight” and partnerships aimed at boosting regional connectivity across the Pacific. Industry & Travel Demand (Global): World Cup 2026 is already driving major travel and spending planning, with FIFA’s expanded tournament expected to generate billions in visitor spend across North America.
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