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The Pacific Community (SPC) Director-General’s welcome remarks at the 54th meeting of the Committee of Representatives of Governments and Administrations
5 - 6 November 2024 - Papeete, French Polynesia
Distinguished delegates and senior officials,
Current chair of CRGA – Solomon Island,
Incoming chair of CRGA - Tokelau,
Representative from our CROP agencies,
Partners and observers,
It is a great pleasure to welcome you all to the 54th Session of the Committee of Representatives of Governments and Administrations of the Pacific Community (CRGA54).
At the outset I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Government of French Polynesia for their warm hospitality in hosting this significant meeting on the beautiful shores of Tahiti. Your support and dedication to the Pacific Community are truly commendable, especially during a time when hosting in New Caledonia has presented challenges. We are deeply appreciative of your commitment and generosity in stepping forward to host this important.
I also express our deep appreciation to the outgoing Chair, Solomon Islands, for their exemplary leadership during the 53rd CRGA. Your guidance and stewardship have been invaluable.
As we embark on this 54th session, I warmly welcome the incoming Chair, Tokelau. We look forward to your leadership and guidance as we address the complex challenges facing our region.
I would also like to acknowledge the valuable contributions of our CROP agency representatives, senior officials, partners, and observers. Your participation is crucial in fostering collaboration and advancing our shared goals.
The past year has been a challenging one for the Pacific Community. We have faced significant disruptions, including the tragic loss of colleagues and the impact of natural disasters. Despite these challenges, our staff have demonstrated remarkable resilience and commitment to our mission.
As we move forward, we must continue to work together to be more resilient and adaptable to change and shock. This 54th session provides an opportunity to strengthen our collective efforts and to develop innovative solutions to address the pressing issues facing our region.
I encourage all participants to engage in open and constructive dialogue and to work towards a shared vision for the Pacific.
