AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHealth Alert: The Hepatitis Foundation of New Zealand says most people with hepatitis B don’t know they carry it, urging blood-test screening as the virus can stay hidden for years and is a leading cause of liver cancer. Animal Health: FAO has unveiled a blueprint to tackle transboundary animal diseases through country-led partnership platforms, warning outbreaks can hit livelihoods, trade, and even spill into human populations. Digital Safety for Tonga: Students from Tonga National University and Christ’s University in Pacific are competing in Port Moresby to build practical solutions for digital inclusion, cybersecurity, online safety, and digital financial access. AI Scams in the Pacific: UNODC warns global scam syndicates are using technology and AI to exploit vulnerable people, with Pacific Island countries increasingly targeted as enforcement shifts. Assistive Tech Milestone: A 17-year-old in Tonga has received a specialist prosthetic running blade after a trial, marking a major step for para athletics and inclusive sport. Climate Policy Push: Pacific Climate Ministers met in Sydney, with Tonga represented, to advance a united agenda ahead of Pre-COP31 and COP31. Energy & Seismic Risk: Experts warn Australia’s expanding seismic testing could have profound effects on marine life, as seismic surveys become more common in the energy transition.
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