AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 hours agoTravel Advisory Update: The U.S. State Department has lowered its travel advisory for New Caledonia from Level 3 (“Reconsider Travel”) to Level 2 (“Exercise Increased Caution”), citing improved safety since the 2024 unrest; Americans are still warned about petty crime (especially outside Nouméa at night), possible sudden political demonstrations, and “extremely limited” emergency help outside Nouméa. Public Health Watch: Dengue is easing in the Cook Islands (declared dengue-free after 26 days without new cases), but Tonga is still reporting hospitalised cases and other Pacific areas—including New Caledonia—have had recent detections, keeping mosquito control and household prevention front and centre. Health & Services Planning: In Burns Lake, Northern Health’s new strategic plan is being discussed with local leaders, with a push to use the College of New Caledonia campus and local hospitals to prepare for work camps tied to upcoming mines and industrial projects. Competition Policy: New Caledonia’s Congress passed competition measures aimed at curbing abusive business practices, including excessive pricing and late payments—moves that could affect healthcare costs and access in an already high-cost environment.
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