AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoChild Immunisation: A new WHO–UNICEF report says most Pacific countries are missing the 90% target for fully vaccinating children against preventable diseases, with Kiribati hitting only four vaccine targets in 2025 and Palau reaching 90% for just 10 types but dropping to 75% for the final measles dose. Digital Access for Health: A new ITU and Internet Society report highlights how community-run internet networks can help connect remote islands, including a Kiribati case study, and notes that successful projects link connectivity to practical services like health care and education. AI Governance for Development: UN bodies and experts meeting in Geneva stress the need for stronger AI rules as the digital divide widens, with Pacific leaders pointing to digital readiness work (including AI tools for government services) as a way to avoid being left behind. Regional Security and Health Risks: Coverage of China’s missile test near Tuvalu and Kiribati notes Pacific leaders struggled to agree on a joint response, raising concerns that instability and nuclear anxiety can spill into public wellbeing and planning.
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