AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoIllegal Mining Crisis on the Border: France is pressing Suriname over illegal gold extraction plaguing the Marowijne river area, with reported mercury and arsenic levels far above health limits and calls for a joint crackdown. Maritime Tragedy—MV Barima: Guyana’s PM says families will help decide whether to salvage the sunken ferry or preserve it as a memorial; French divers report dangerous conditions at the wreck, while recovery figures stand at 73 bodies recovered and 30 still unaccounted for. Regional Cooperation on Tax: CARICOM’s tax chiefs meet in Georgetown as Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett urges smarter, data-driven systems to secure sustainable revenue for the region. Space from Kourou: Avio is set to launch Copernicus Sentinel-3C and ESA’s FLEX satellites from French Guiana, boosting ocean, climate and vegetation monitoring. Health Alert—Chikungunya: The CDC warns travelers about chikungunya risk in Costa Rica and notes active outbreaks across several countries, urging repellent and protective clothing. Direct-to-Device Satellites: Amazon’s Leo proposal would seek FCC approval to launch up to 5,105 satellites for phone connectivity starting in 2028.
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