AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoVirtual Island Summit (VIS) 2026: Island Innovation’s free online summit returns for its 8th year, running Sept 15–17, with a focus on how island communities adapt, reshape systems, and mobilise action—featuring speakers including Tuvalu PM Feleti Penitala Teo and Tuvalu’s own leaders alongside Guam, Anguilla, and US Virgin Islands officials. Identity & language in the Pacific: Nauru has officially renamed itself the Republic of Naoero, with citizens now called dei-Naoero and the country code changing from NRU to NRO—an effort to embrace indigenous language and move away from colonial-era convenience. Travel rules hitting the Pacific: The US has made its refundable visa bond programme permanent for B1/B2 business and tourist visas, with Tuvalu listed among 50 countries that may be asked to post up to $20,000 before a visa is issued. STEM & women in telecom: PTC announced exclusive sponsorship of Pacific Women in Telco (PacificWiT), aiming to expand opportunities for youth and women in Pacific STEM and digital infrastructure.
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