AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPacific Security: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale condemned China’s nuclear-capable missile test over the Pacific, calling it “not something a friend does,” and said the government lodged a strong protest note as regional leaders push for a Pacific-led “Ocean of Peace” approach. Regional Diplomacy: New Zealand signalled it will engage Australia and Fiji on joining the Ocean of Peace Alliance after Australia-Fiji defence arrangements were announced, while multiple Pacific states (including Tuvalu, Vanuatu and Palau) condemned the missile launch and warned against militarisation. Aviation & Connectivity: Solomon Airlines launched its first flight to Port Moresby, boosting direct Honiara–PNG links for trade, tourism and government travel. Border Management: Munda International Airport went live with the Solomon Islands Border Management System, expanding electronic processing beyond Honiara. Education & Human Capital: Australia announced a SBD56m education package for Solomon Islands, and PM Wale reiterated plans for progressively free education. Governance & Capacity: Solomon Islands and Japan signed an Exchange of Notes for a SBD150m development policy loan, and SINU consulted on a new nationally accredited postgraduate chaplaincy diploma.
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