AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPacific Islands Forum Politics: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale faces a no-confidence motion after GREAT Coalition MP Manasseh Maelanga filed notice; it lapses Sept 6 and could be moved when Parliament resumes Sept 7. Climate Diplomacy: Solomon Islands is pushing hard at COP27 for a clear decision on a Loss and Damage Fund, calling it a “red line” issue as negotiations near the end. Regional Geopolitics at PIF: Taiwan returns to this year’s Pacific Islands Forum in Palau as a development partner, with the US backing its continued participation while China objects. Local Governance & Rights: Transparency Solomon Islands condemns RSIPF questioning of journalist Gina Maka’a and warns of intimidation of whistleblowers after a raid linked to an Inland Revenue audit dispute. Environment & Conservation: Marovo Lagoon’s Kavachi Seascape National Park plan gains momentum after community consultations in Western Province, aiming to protect against overfishing and deep-sea mining. Business & Finance: Government reopens the SME Credit Guarantee Scheme to help small businesses access loans, targeting collateral barriers. Sports: Lautoka appoints former Solomon Islands captain Batram Suri as head coach ahead of the Extra Battle of the Giants.
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