AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAviation Finance: French Polynesian turboprop operator Air Moana is reportedly seeking up to nearly €17m (about $19.8m) in new equity at Natireva, including a €5m private-investor tranche via crowdfunding platform Rattel AERO, with Fenua Financement targeting XPF597m CFP (about $5.8m) for that slice. Regional Security & Diplomacy: At the 55th Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, leaders pushed back on China’s missile tests, with Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese saying the situations differ and noting Chinese launches near Nauru and Tuvalu, including near French Polynesia. Ocean Economy & Policy: French Polynesia President Moetai Brotherson used the Palau forum to warn that the “Blue Pacific” faces deep-sea mining, plastic pollution and climate threats, arguing protection needs a regional response tied to fisheries, shipping and illicit trafficking risks. Water Infrastructure: French Polynesia will host the 10th Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Meeting and the 17th PWWA Conference & Expo in Papeete (Aug 31–Sep 4), aiming to boost governance, financing and climate-resilient water services across Pacific communities. Tourism Demand Signal: A travel study ranks Bora Bora (French Polynesia) among the world’s happiest vacation destinations, highlighting the islands’ appeal alongside broader entertainment and landmark draw.
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