AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHealth Access: Pacific Specialist Healthcare in Fiji is starting to perform open-heart surgeries locally, easing the pressure on families who previously had to fund overseas treatment through fundraising and community drives. Politics: Solomon Islands’ new PM Matthew Wale has now fully formed his 24-member Cabinet, after winning the parliamentary vote and promising “discipline and prudent management,” with reforms that may be “painful.” Aviation Infrastructure: The Santa Cruz (Lata) New Terminal Building is at about 70% completion, with major structural works done and finishing trades underway under the World Bank-backed SIRAP2. Marine Policy: Solomon Islands reinstated a ban on live dolphin exports after it was quietly lifted, with Wale warning it could damage the country’s fisheries reputation. Science & Culture: A new fish species was named after “Snuffleupagus,” while Doc Edge unveiled its 2026 programme with 28 world premieres. Ongoing Tech/Climate: Solomon Islands is also pushing ahead on solar power planning with ADB support, as the region faces rising climate and health risks.
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