AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMarine Conservation: São Tomé and Príncipe has officially designated its first two marine protected areas off the coast—Ilhéu das Rolas–Malanza–Jalé and Santana—part of a planned network of eight MPAs aimed at safeguarding mangroves, nesting beaches, reefs, and key species like marine turtles and seabirds, with no-take zones limiting industrial fishing. Innovation & IP: The European Patent Organisation’s president visited Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe to boost co-operation on patents, innovation, and technology transfer, including Angola’s recent validation agreement with the EPO and discussions on how stronger patent protection can attract investment and support local innovation. Climate & Water Stress: A new global data visualization highlights extreme water stress in many countries, showing how freshwater withdrawals can far exceed renewable supply—Kuwait tops the list—underscoring growing pressure on agriculture and daily life as climate patterns shift. Global Politics (Context): An op-ed argues Russia is accelerating a “Greater Eurasian Partnership” linking ASEAN and other regional blocs, framing the next phase of global competition as regional networks rather than single ideological camps.
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