AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoArbovirus Watch: A new study flags Italy’s 2024 dengue outbreak in Cavezzo as a sign that temperate Europe is getting more exposed, with the tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) helping local spread and older adults hit hardest. Border Tech Backlash: France has been forced to pause a new EU border checks rollout after Brit holidaymakers were trapped in four-hour queues at Dover in hot weather, as biometric fingerprint steps slowed processing. Maritime Security: Somali pirates are back with more aggressive tactics, including recent hijackings and large armed groups, raising risks for cruise and cargo routes. Indian Ocean Strategy: India’s PRAGATI 2026 counter-terror drill is underway in Meghalaya with 12 partner nations, including Seychelles, focusing on jungle and semi-mountain operations and coordination. Seychelles Diplomacy: Seychelles and Bangladesh are pushing ahead on pending cooperation frameworks after fresh talks in Victoria. Tuna Management: The Indian Ocean Tuna Commission eased yellowfin curbs after improved stock assessments, while tightening rules for swordfish and reducing bycatch harm.
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