AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoClimate & Early Warning: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says climate change is now a national security and economic priority, unveiling a legislative and investment agenda to make the country climate-resilient by 2050, with promises to legislate, budget, enforce and report on delivery. Climate Science: A new Pacific Climate Change Journal was launched in Honiara at POPCCC to push Pacific research into peer-reviewed literature and connect it to global decision processes like IPCC and WMO. Weather Risk: SIMS issued a strong wind warning for all Solomon waters, with southeasterly winds of 15–25 knots and rough seas, urging extra care for small boats. Energy & Power: Solomon Power commissioned a 250kW solar hybrid plant in Tulagi to cut diesel reliance, backed by ADB, government and the Strategic Climate Fund. Telecom Update: Bmobile says it has not shut down; it’s restructuring and modernising its network while managing workforce changes. Jobs & Business: MCILI says a plan targets 25,000 jobs across formal and informal sectors, while SICCI calls for bold reforms, including faster Electricity Act changes to lower power costs. Sports (Local): Samoa beat Solomon Islands 2-0 in the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship in Honiara, while Fiji’s MSG Cup campaign began with a 4-0 loss to PNG and Bula Boys face Solomon Islands tonight. Maritime Inquiry: The MV Anjeanette marine inquiry continues in Honiara as witnesses delay hearings, with the board examining operations, emergency response and safety failures.
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