AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSouth Atlantic Connectivity: DE-CIX and Cabo Verde Telecom (CVTelecom) signed a Letter of Intent to explore a new interconnection corridor linking Lisbon and São Paulo, aiming to improve data exchange across Southern Europe, West Africa and Latin America and reduce reliance on northern hubs. Climate Law & Sea-Level Rise: A UN Sea Level Rise Declaration adopted at the General Assembly creates shared legal clarity for at-risk island states; Cabo Verde’s ambassador is cited as a key negotiator, while UK and other voices push for turning commitments into real protection. COP31 Prep in the Pacific: World powers are meeting in Fiji (Oct 5–8) to set the agenda for COP31 in Turkey, with Pacific leaders urging stronger 1.5°C focus and faster climate finance for adaptation. Public Health Alert: Bangladesh’s measles outbreak has reportedly killed nearly 900, highlighting how vaccination gaps and hesitancy can quickly trigger major crises. Health Security at Sea: A hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius tested medical readiness and response as cases were identified and managed across multiple ports, including near Cape Verde. ECOWAS Youth Tech & Health: ECOWAS Startup Awards crowned Nigeria’s HubPharm Africa with a $30,000 prize, while ECOWAS also plans youth-only election observers for Nigeria’s 2027 vote. Air Quality Warning: A new analysis says almost 40% of the world’s population was exposed to harmful ground-level ozone in 2026, driven by heat and pollution.
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