AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMoana Pasifika Takeover: Kanaloa Rugby says its bid to rescue the Super Rugby franchise is backed by four Pacific unions—Sāmoa, Tonga, Cook Islands and Niue—after shareholders moved the club toward liquidation, leaving players and fans waiting on who can step in. Courtroom Fallout: In the Falealili No.1 contempt case, a defendant recanted earlier claims that FAST “hid” witnesses, apologising after the court pressed on the meaning of his words and the risk of misleading the court. Parliament & Parties: Lautimuia was sworn in as Vaimauga 3 MP as Safata 2 MP Tuia Pu’a Letoa resigned after switching to the ruling FAST side, setting up more by-election politics. Independence Spotlight: Samoa’s 64th Independence celebrations keep rolling with the 37th Vailima Marist 7s finale and more community sport. Regional Climate Push: Cook Islands PM Mark Brown used a UN ESCAP opening to press that climate action hinges on access to finance. Pacific Security & Oceans: Pacific nations wrapped Operation Tui Moana 2026, boosting fisheries surveillance with regional patrols and inspections. Sports Off the Pitch: Samoa’s Manusina 7s face a repechage path after a heavy loss to Fiji at Oceania Sevens.
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