AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCompact Funding Crunch: A new GAO report says delays in U.S. Compact of Free Association payments and late audits are stalling FY2024 spending in Palau, the Marshall Islands, and FSM—hurting budgets and leaving some programs unfinished. Pacific Growth Pressure: The World Bank warns Pacific economies are losing momentum, with growth forecast to slow to 2.8% in 2026 as fuel, shipping, and inflation bite and Middle East shocks become “the new normal.” Marshall Islands Power Shock: Majuro’s electricity hit another step-up, with rates rising 6c/kWh now and another 5c/kWh on May 18, after earlier fuel-driven price spikes. Shipping Tensions, Hormuz Fallout: In the wider shipping world, U.S.-Iran clashes keep disrupting routes, while a rare Qatari LNG transit to Pakistan offers a small sign of openings. Dry Bulk Boardroom War: Diana Shipping launched a campaign site urging Genco shareholders to vote for its nominees, as Genco counters with a “record straight” message ahead of June 18.
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