AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTonga Earthquake Watch: A 5.1-magnitude quake struck the Tonga Islands region, with the GFZ reporting a shallow 10 km depth. Election 2026 (Te Tai Tonga): Independent MP Tākuta Ferris confirmed he’ll seek re-election in Te Tai Tonga, urging supporters to back him with their candidate vote while sending their party vote left. Local Governance & Health: Australia announced AUD$20 million (2026–2029) to support locally led gender equality, disability inclusion and social inclusion outcomes in Tonga. Maritime Safety: Tonga’s Tourism Ministry says the whale-watching boat that capsized while carrying Anglican Church delegates was not licensed or authorised for whale-watching and swimming activities, and the incident remains under review. Public Safety & Community: Tonga’s energy reliability gaps are highlighted by reports of power outages exposing how far ambitions still lag on the ground. Regional Science: A Tongan researcher says Pacific seismic activity is rising, with 11 magnitude-7-plus quakes recorded this year so far. U.S. Visa Costs: A new U.S. visa bond program that can reach US$20,000 is raising alarm for Tongan families trying to attend funerals and weddings.
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