Dev: Staging ENV & Image Permissions

**Describe the task**

Consider setting up a Prod replica in Staging. Setup Permissions for Pulling Images

**Acceptance Criteria**
- [ ] Consider setting up a Staging env
- [ ] Permissions for Pulling Images
- [ ] Any other business?

**Additional context**
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The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by clarifying the Staging environment requirements, the Prod replica scope, and which image-pulling permissions are needed. Done should match the agreed staging setup and verified image access, while the open-ended “Any other business?” item needs resolution.

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