AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCoral Conservation Breakthrough: A new study mapped more than 64,000 square miles of coral reefs across 71 countries that may better withstand warming oceans, giving conservationists fresh targets for protection. Regional Climate Diplomacy: Nicaragua takes over the Association of Caribbean States’ pro tempore presidency (2026–2027), with Cuba using the meeting to denounce the U.S. blockade’s impact on sustainable development. El Niño Watch: Climate scientists say El Niño has officially begun, raising the odds of hotter, harsher weather and knock-on risks like drought, food insecurity, and energy strain. Mining & Safety in the Borderlands: Costa Rica’s President Laura Fernández was rushed out after a loud blast during a visit to areas hit by illegal gold mining near the Nicaraguan border, underscoring ongoing environmental and security fallout. Livestock Biosecurity: Michigan moved to restrict animal movements after New World screwworm was detected in Texas and New Mexico, aiming to keep the pest from spreading. SICA Leadership: Costa Rica’s Lina Eugenia Ajoy Rojas was appointed the first woman and first Costa Rican to lead SICA (2026–2030), a regional integration push that includes sustainability goals.
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