AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOcean and Climate: COP31’s “Blue COP” agenda puts ocean resilience, coastal ecosystems and climate finance at the center of Pacific discussions, with Australia advocating for island concerns. Climate Risks: A strengthening El Niño could bring below-normal rainfall to southern French Polynesia from November to January, adding pressure on water supplies and agriculture; regional forecasts say impacts may persist into 2027. Air Travel: Air Tahiti Nui plans to offer free Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet from 2027, with service from takeoff to landing. Freight Costs: Swire Shipping will raise emergency fuel surcharges on specified Pacific routes from November 15: US$535 for a 20-foot container and US$1,070 for a 40-foot unit, before higher refrigerated-cargo rates. Mo’orea Research: A study found that reef community metabolism can change local water chemistry and indirectly affect coral physiology, offering insight into how reef shifts may shape coral health.
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