AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPacific Security Shock: China’s first submarine-launched long-range ballistic missile test since 2024 drew fast condemnation after it splashed down near the Tuvalu/Kiribati area, with Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the US calling it destabilising and lacking transparency. Tuvalu Speaks Out: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo said the launch violates the Pacific’s push for peace and a nuclear-free “Blue Pacific,” urging military powers to respect the Ocean of Peace vision. Regional Unity Push: Tonga’s Lord Fakafanua backed a strong Pacific joint statement and said Tonga would join the chorus of concern, while PNG PM James Marape urged all major powers to keep the Pacific out of military rivalry. New Zealand Looks In: Luxon said NZ will engage Australia and Fiji about joining the “Ocean of Peace Alliance.” Australia-Fiji Defence Deal: In the same week, Australia and Fiji signed the Ocean of Peace Alliance and Vuvale Union, tying security cooperation more closely and opening the door for other Pacific members. Blue Economy & Digital Needs: UNDP highlighted that Pacific resilience now depends on digital infrastructure, not just ports and ships.
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