AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoRussia-Madagascar Food Security: Russia resumed wheat shipments to Madagascar, sending over 30,000 tonnes worth more than $7m in the first five months of 2026, after near-zero exports in 2025. EU Trade Deal: The EU and ESA partners (including Madagascar) concluded talks on an enhanced Economic Partnership Agreement in Mauritius, aiming for more predictable rules and support for services and digitalisation. Russia-Madagascar Security: Bloomberg reports Russia sent another batch of military engineering equipment to Madagascar, including vehicles and mobile power plants, as the country deepens ties with Moscow after the 2025 coup. Tech for Daily Life: Google expanded “Ask Gemini in Chrome” to Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa—and includes Madagascar—bringing built-in AI search help to more users across Africa. Environment & Livelihoods: Chester Zoo and Malagasy conservationists kick off the biggest-ever butterfly survey in Mangabe, building the first official Malagasy butterfly ID guide. Food & Climate Policy: Rural women smallholder farmers across Southern Africa, including Madagascar, urged governments to put women at the centre of food and climate policy to tackle hunger and shocks. World Cup Build-Up: Madagascar-linked football coverage continues as African teams gear up for FIFA World Cup 2026, with attention on group-stage matchups and preparations.
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