AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoOcean Economy: Pacific governments, scientists and finance institutions are meeting in Wellington to turn ocean-acidification research into policy, as changing seas threaten fisheries and coastal livelihoods. Trade Links: Solomon Islands and Viet Nam have appointed Honiara entrepreneur Vo Viet Cuong as honorary consul, opening new avenues for trade and investment. Mining: A government team has studied Papua New Guinea’s gold processing and mineral regulations ahead of Solomon Islands’ Mineral Resources Bill, with a focus on retaining more value locally. Energy Costs: Rising fuel prices are squeezing shipping, manufacturers, Solomon Power and SolTuna, which uses about 430,000 litres of fuel each month. Businesses warn costs are threatening investment and pushing up freight expenses. Agribusiness: A new UK-funded machine will help Kokonut Pacific Solomon Islands expand cocoa processing and chocolate exports, supporting its network of more than 1,000 farmers. Maritime Safety: All 73 passengers and crew from the stranded MV Awka were rescued, but the engine failure has renewed calls for safer, more reliable services to remote islands.
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