AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBRICS Anti-Corruption & Tech: Delegates at the 2nd BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group in Hyderabad urged stronger cross-border cooperation and “technological integration” to tackle fugitive offenders and corruption, highlighting India’s digital governance tools like e-marketplaces and direct benefit transfers. Nauru Renaming to Naoero: Nauru has officially changed its name to the Republic of Naoero, with the international code shifting from NRU to NRO and “dei-Naoero” replacing “Nauruan,” framed as a move to better match local language and identity. Deep-Sea Mining Rules in Limbo: At the International Seabed Authority meeting in Kingston, the council extended a controversial exploration contract tied to Nauru Ocean Resources Inc., while still failing to finalize the Mining Code—fueling renewed calls for a deep-sea mining moratorium. Nauru Digital Finance Push: Nauru’s trade office partnered to launch the Pacific Digital Assets Forum, aiming for regional research and policy dialogue on digital assets and digital finance. Pacific Connectivity Gains: Micronesia’s telecom market liberalization is credited with boosting internet access and slashing broadband costs after the end of a government monopoly.
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