AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTonga Tourism Leadership: Tonga’s Public Service Commission has appointed Sandradee Fonua Fifita as the new CEO of the Ministry of Tourism, starting 15 June 2026, with 30+ years’ public-sector experience and a focus on strengthening tourism delivery. Regional Visitor Insights: The Pacific Tourism Organisation and Niue Tourism Office shared key results from the 2024 International Visitor Survey via the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative, with New Zealand the top source market and an older visitor profile. Fuel & Outer-Island Travel Pressure: Penrhyn Island in the Cook Islands has run down its diesel and is borrowing fuel from a police patrol boat, while power use is restricted—another reminder of how rising fuel costs can hit island connectivity. Moana Pasifika & Tourism Links: A new rescue bid for Moana Pasifika is exploring relocating the franchise to Hawaii, aiming to improve broadcast timing and tap a new US market. Aviation Reliability for Tonga: Lulutai Airlines says its priority is reliable, affordable domestic flights—especially for outer islands—while managing fuel and schedule risks. Pacific Media Cooperation: PNG is hosting the 16th Pacific Media Partnership Conference in Port Moresby, focusing on resilient Pacific storytelling amid misinformation and digital disruption.
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