AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPublic Health Alert: The US CDC has issued a travel advisory after identifying active chikungunya outbreaks, including parts of French Guiana, alongside places like Costa Rica, Bolivia, Suriname, and several Indian Ocean islands; it points to mosquito-control steps already underway and urges travelers to watch for fever and joint pain while protecting against bites. Maritime Safety & Regional Response: A passenger ferry disaster off Guyana is still unfolding: the MV Barima capsized with 27 dead and 83 missing reported so far, and French Guiana is sending search-and-rescue support including divers, doctors, and an engineer as authorities investigate the cause. Connectivity for French Guiana: EllaLink and Alcatel Submarine Networks have started the marine installation of the Lum@link cable, with the ship heading to Cayenne; the 2,100 km link aims to bring direct optical connectivity between French Guiana and continental Europe by end of 2026. Wildlife Science (Amazon): A harpy eagle attack on a tourist in French Guiana is reigniting debate about rare human-wildlife conflicts and what they mean for conservation and public perception. Regional Tech Governance: Tax administrators from across CARICOM will meet in Georgetown (27–31 July) to discuss “smart, data-driven and AI-enabled” tax administration, with Guyana’s revenue authority hosting.
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