AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClimate & Oceans: Scientists are using “super reef” searches and new tools like an unmanned dive guide in Majuro to find coral strongholds that could help repopulate heat-damaged reefs across the Central Pacific. El Niño Watch: SPREP says El Niño conditions are now established, with Western Pacific likely to turn drier and face higher drought risk, while parts of the Central/Eastern Pacific may see above-normal rain—urging proactive water planning. COP31 Pacific Voice: The Pacific has appointed new climate envoys ahead of COP31, including Marshall Islands envoy Kristina Eonemto Stege (Oceania/1.5°C), plus ocean and climate-finance priorities. Clean Shipping: Seven Pacific transport ministers signed the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership in Majuro to coordinate a low-carbon, climate-resilient shipping transition. Energy Costs in RMI: The World Bank approved an extra $9m in budget support for the Marshall Islands to cushion sharply higher fuel and energy costs. Wildfire Preparedness: Guam launched wildfire training for local agencies as dry conditions raise fire risk. Nuclear Risk & Diplomacy: A large coalition—including the Marshall Islands—condemned a drone attack targeting electrical infrastructure linked to the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant.
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