AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPacific Islands Forum: PNG is set to be part of the 55th Pacific Islands Forum in Palau (Aug 30–Sep 4), with leaders flagging big geopolitical stakes as China and the US compete for influence across the Pacific. Women’s health & safety: PNG used Women Deliver 2026 to spotlight progress on gender equality, reproductive health and long-term plans to cut gender-based violence. Disaster response support: China reaffirmed disaster cooperation with a new US$1m humanitarian cash handover to PNG. Maternal care in remote areas: Four new birthing houses opened in Yamuka, Eastern Highlands, aiming to reduce dangerous travel for pregnant mothers. Emergency transport: St John Ambulance commissioned PNG’s first ambulance for Unggai-Bena District. Specialist care: Paediatric surgeon Prof Paddy Dewan arrived in Port Moresby to review serious child cases and begin life-saving operations. Disability inclusion: PNG launched the Catalysing Disability Equity joint program to move disability policy into real delivery. Ocean health with health links: PNG announced a major “no-take” Western Manus Marine Protected Area to protect marine life and fisheries that communities rely on.
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