AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoClimate & Children: UNICEF says almost all children worldwide face at least one climate hazard, with up to 1.8 billion threatened by drought and 1.2 billion by extreme heat, warning that overlapping risks can overwhelm services. Biodiversity & Tech: Botanists and Kew highlight how AI and digitisation are speeding plant and fungus identification and tracking shifts in flowering, offering new tools to protect species at risk—relevant for Madagascar’s unique flora. Madagascar Infrastructure: President Randrianirina and PM Rajaonarison marked the completion of the first phase of China-built National Road No. 12 in southeastern Madagascar, a 45 km stretch with bridges meant to ease long-standing transport problems. Tourism: Madagascar’s 12th International Tourism Fair (ITM) wrapped up in Antananarivo, drawing about 500 exhibitors and 25,000 visitors, with the Tourism Minister spotlighting Madagascar’s identity and partnerships. Global Trade/Finance: EU confirms an upgraded trade deal with Madagascar and other island states, extending beyond goods to services and investment—opening more room for European firms.
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