AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPacific Forum Chair Handover: Solomon Islands has handed the Pacific Islands Forum chair to Palau, with Foreign Minister Rick Houenipwela saying the role is “service beyond the title” as leaders push the 2050 agenda. China-Taiwan Tensions: China warned of “consequences” after Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung attended the PIF opening ceremony in Koror, while Australia and New Zealand stressed the forum decides its own agenda. Regional Unity Call: Palau’s incoming chair Surangel Whipps Jr urged partners not to set the Pacific’s direction, saying the agenda must be driven by Pacific countries. VAT Prep in Honiara: Finance Minister Gordon Darcy Lilo opened consultations on a 2026–2028 tax work programme, confirming VAT is settled and urging businesses to start preparing now. SME Credit Relaunch: SICCI welcomed the government’s reopening of the Small and Medium Enterprises Credit Guarantee Scheme to help local businesses access finance. Health & Energy: UNICEF and partners handed over solar electrification for seven rural health facilities in Malaita, boosting maternal and child health services. Sports: Solomon Islands opened the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Samoa with a 1-0 win over Papua New Guinea.
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