AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAmazon Rights Under Threat: A new report warns that Indigenous, quilombola and riverine communities are still being threatened, criminalised and killed as agribusiness and illegal occupation push deeper into the Brazilian Amazon, with land conflicts and murders continuing to rise. Climate Pressure Builds: UNICEF says 58 million children across Latin America are exposed to extreme heat and drought, underscoring how climate shocks are becoming a public-health emergency. El Niño Watch: FAO and WFP launched a joint appeal to protect 8.8 million people from El Niño-linked extreme weather, as regional governments and agencies prepare for worsening conditions. Health & Food Security: Coverage highlights dengue risks tied to travel and stresses the need for stronger prevention and early response across the region. Tech for Development: Taiwan and the U.S. discussed expanding cooperation in Paraguay, including AI computing, 5G and smart transport—along with cybersecurity and workforce training. Caribbean Conservation: The Cayman Islands showcased its marine conservation and sustainability work during UK engagements, focusing on biodiversity, climate resilience and waste management.
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