AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPhilippines Earthquake: A 7.8 quake off Mindanao has killed at least 37 people and displaced more than 20,000, with rescuers still checking collapsed buildings; a tsunami was reported locally (up to about 1.4m) and smaller waves were seen across the region, while New Zealand’s tsunami monitoring was lifted after the threat eased. NZ Energy: New Zealand has cleared the next step for GeoShot NZ, with Cabinet releasing the remaining NZ$55m to prepare for drilling a deep “superhot” geothermal well at Rotokawa, backed by Mercury NZ and Tauhara North No.2 Trust. Health Policy: GP leaders warn a proposed GP fee freeze could deepen a two-tier health system, especially for rural and high-needs communities, as clinics face rising costs and workforce shortages. Foreign Policy Debate: Te Kuaka has launched a blueprint calling for NZ foreign policy to come “out of the shadows,” arguing for a more Te Tiriti-based, Pacific-centred approach. World Cup Fever: The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America this week, with NZ fans likely to be watching closely as guides and viewing options flood in.
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