AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHigh-Seas Mining Clash: French Polynesia’s president says the territory will challenge an American startup’s plan to explore for seabed mining just beyond its maritime borders, arguing it was proposed without consultation and threatens protected ecosystems. Overseas Politics & Diplomacy: Three French overseas MPs—including French Polynesian MP Nicole Sanquer—have urged France to toughen its response to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s remarks about “freedom” for French territories, calling for the Azerbaijani ambassador to be summoned and for economic sanctions. Local Aviation Support: Papeete’s Autonomous Port board approved XPF225 million to support tax-relief financing for three ATR72-600s for Air Moana, a move Air Tahiti says distorts competition after its legal challenge annulled earlier government decrees. Justice System Overhaul: France’s justice ministry review of sexual violence cases involving minors is progressing in overseas territories, with French Polynesia having re-examined 516 of 623 cases so far. Connectivity Risk for Islanders: Starlink roaming rules could cut off access for many users in French Polynesia as early as August, while the territory prepares a bill to authorize local use in “white zones.”
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