AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEnergy Policy: The International Energy Agency says 113 countries (plus the EU) have already adjusted policies to blunt the impact of the Middle East conflict, with the biggest moves being lower energy taxes (55 countries) and broader consumer support, conservation campaigns, and transport measures. Marine Conservation: Cabo Verde’s “Guardians of the Sea” marks 10 years with 190 volunteer fishers patrolling their waters, reporting illegal activity and marine megafauna sightings to help protect long-term fisheries and biodiversity. Shipping Costs for West Africa: CMA CGM announced new July 2026 peak season surcharges, including a China-to-West Africa North Range charge covering Liberia, Mauritania, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, Gambia, and São Tomé and Príncipe. Innovation & Patents: The European Patent Organisation president visited São Tomé and Príncipe to strengthen cooperation on innovation, technology transfer, and patent protection. Wildlife Fundraising: BirdLife International’s island extinction-prevention work in São Tomé and Príncipe is the focus of this year’s Global Birdfair in Rutland, running July 10–12.
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