AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFintech for Development: A new deep-dive looks at how São Tomé and Príncipe can use practical digital finance to cut transaction costs and improve access in a small, import-dependent economy where banking infrastructure is limited. Climate Signals: A data visualization tracks every El Niño and La Niña event since 1979, helping readers connect past patterns to today’s weather risks. Energy Policy Shock: The IEA reports that 113 countries (plus the EU) have taken steps to blunt rising energy costs linked to the Iran war, including lowering energy taxes and pushing conservation measures. Ocean Protection by Locals: Cabo Verde’s “Guardians of the Sea” program marks 10 years, with 190 volunteer fishers helping deter illegal activity and monitor marine life. Water Stress Map: A new global map highlights countries using far more freshwater than they can sustainably replenish, with Kuwait topping the list—useful context for climate and water planning across the region.
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