AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSPREP in Samoa: SPREP’s fifth Executive Board meeting is underway at the Pacific Climate Change Centre, with Director General Sefanaia Nawadra warning Pacific communities are “up against” the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, and pushing for stronger regional cooperation ahead of COP31. Fisheries science in Apia: Samoa is also hosting the WCPFC Scientific Committee session, where delegates from 26 countries are reviewing tuna stock status and management, with Samoa’s PM stressing decisions will be felt in coastal villages. Ocean protection survey: National Geographic Pristine Seas has begun a Samoa expedition to survey biodiversity across new marine protected areas, aiming to build a baseline for protecting 30% of Samoa’s ocean. Tsunami readiness support: The US is backing Samoa’s tsunami preparedness, upgrading warning centre hardware and training staff, while communities work toward Tsunami Ready recognition. Green finance push: Samoa’s banks and partners are exploring ways to expand green financing, with renewed interest in solar for homes and businesses. Climate impacts beyond Samoa: In PNG, El Niño has forced schools in parts of the country to shorten hours and adjust activities due to heat and water limits.
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