AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoPacific Security: Islanders on Guam are pushing for a real say in how Pacific security is shaped after a Beijing summit, with the Micronesia Security Dialogue warning that Taiwan/trade brinkmanship could quickly become local risk. Telecom Upgrade: NEC says it has finished the East Micronesia Cable System (EMCS), a 2,250 km submarine link connecting Kiribati, Nauru and FSM—ending reliance on satellite-only links for faster, steadier internet. Nauru Identity: Nauru’s parliament has approved a constitutional amendment to rename the country “Naoero,” setting up a referendum to lock in the change. Deep-Sea Mining & Drones: A regional security forum says deep-sea mining plans are tied to military drone and AI weapons ambitions, urging Pacific states to coordinate standards. Economy Watch: The World Bank warns Pacific growth is slipping toward 2.8% in 2026 as fuel, shipping and weaker tourism bite.
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