AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMountain Rescue Appeal: Two young New Zealand hikers, Keanu Isaksson (25) and Luca Zylstra-Law (19), remain stranded in a ravine on Mt Popomanaseu (2,335m) on Guadalcanal after torrential rain, flooding and rockfalls blocked their descent; families say they have supplies for days but face worsening, life-threatening conditions and are urging urgent coordinated help. Maritime Sovereignty Debate: Solomon Islands’ Shiprider Agreement with the United States is sparking pushback from opposition figures, but fisheries law expert Dr Transform Aqorau says the coastal state keeps enforcement authority and sovereignty is not surrendered. Security & Training: The UN’s Jean-Pierre Lacroix launched a Pacific-tailored UN Police Peacekeeping course for 50 officers, including Solomon Islands personnel, aiming to build mission-ready capacity. Mining Policy: Deputy PM Francis Sade backs the “First Bite, Better Bite” principle, linking mining benefits to local development through state-owned enterprise plans and stronger landowner compensation, while stressing Gold Ridge safety concerns must be addressed. Health & Connectivity: Solomon Islands reaffirmed its antimicrobial resistance push after submitting to WHO’s TrACSS survey, and new data shows rising internet and social media use in 2025 despite more than half the population still offline. Local Governance: PM Wale sent greetings for Makira/Ulawa’s 43rd Second Appointed Day, highlighting infrastructure, health, education and rural livelihoods.
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