AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoHantavirus Update (Cruise Outbreak): The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius has been cleared to resume sailing after cleaning and disinfection in Rotterdam, following a hantavirus alert that disrupted a route that included Cape Verde; the WHO has recorded 13 confirmed cases linked to the outbreak, and passengers were repatriated after evacuations and quarantine. Quarantine & Treatment Monitoring: Health authorities in multiple countries report ongoing follow-up for exposed travellers, including extended quarantine periods in Australia and new confirmed cases among quarantined passengers in Spain, while an experimental antiviral (favipiravir) is being discussed for possible use in Europe. Local Health Capacity (Cabo Verde): A New Hampshire National Guard medical team carried out an aeromedical exchange in Praia focused on en-route patient care, triage, and medical readiness in an island setting—highlighting practical preparedness for emergencies. Bilateral Health Cooperation (Cabo Verde–China): Cabo Verde’s president says China’s partnership has supported health care cooperation, training, and technical expertise, alongside major infrastructure like the Poilão Dam. Health Innovation (SIDS): The FAO-backed Global AgriInno Challenge 2026 is calling for agrifood innovators in Small Island Developing States, with Cabo Verde among the eligible countries.
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