AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoMarine Protection Push: French Polynesia says it has extended safeguards so that 30% of its territorial waters are now fully protected from extractive industries, building on the Tainui Ātea marine protected area and adding new no-catch/managed zones while keeping room for artisanal fishing. Olympic Torch & Teahupo’o: President Édouard Fritch signed a principle agreement linking French Polynesia’s planned Paris 2024 surfing venue at Teahupo’o to the Olympic Torch Relay, after a visit by Paris 2024 president Tony Estanguet. Regional Ocean Diplomacy: At the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, French Polynesia was among major actors announcing new ocean commitments, including strengthening protections within Tainui Ātea. Local Stewardship Spotlight: Polynesian Voyaging Society CEO Nainoa Thompson was named the first international ambassador of Tainui Ātea during World Oceans Day events in Tahiti, with President Moetai Brotherson highlighting traditional stewardship. Tourism & Connectivity: Tahiti Tourisme is stepping up a push into Australia with direct-flight momentum, aiming to grow cruise and luxury tourism beyond the honeymoon market.
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