AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoOlympic Torch & Teahupo’o: French Polynesia President Édouard Fritch signed a principle agreement to include the planned Paris 2024 Olympic surfing venue at Teahupo’o in the Olympic Torch Relay, after Paris 2024 chief Tony Estanguet’s six-day visit reassured officials about the Athletes’ Village. Marine Protection Push: French Polynesia extended marine safeguards to cover 30% of its territorial waters, expanding no-catch and managed zones while allowing artisanal fishing—framed as a model that protects biodiversity and supports local coastal communities. Our Ocean Conference Follow-Through: At the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, governments and partners announced 320 commitments worth $6.4B; French Polynesia highlighted strengthening protections within the Tainui Ātea Marine Protected Area. Regional Ocean Diplomacy: Polynesian Voyaging Society CEO Nainoa Thompson was named the first international ambassador of Tainui Ātea during World Oceans Day events in Tahiti, linking traditional stewardship with modern conservation. Tourism & Access: Tahiti Tourisme and partners unveiled a push into Australia, banking on new direct flights and coordinated air-cruise marketing to broaden visitation beyond the honeymoon market.
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