AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTropical Storm Gonzalo in Cabo Verde: Heavy rain and strong winds are hitting Santa Maria on Sal, with reports of flooded streets, downed trees, power cuts and rising sea levels; authorities warned of worsening sea conditions and gust impacts, as the storm is expected to intensify then weaken over the weekend. Pandemic preparedness at the UN: The US and EU rejected a UN declaration on future pandemic cooperation, with the EU citing “red lines” around intellectual property and the US raising ideological concerns, while UN leaders still pushed to keep prevention and response on the agenda. Climate and health risks in West Africa: ECOWAS lawmakers warned that shrinking water and degraded farmland are fueling farmer-herder conflicts, displacement and deeper poverty—conditions that can worsen disease risk and strain health systems. Cabo Verde–Morocco diplomacy: Cabo Verde reaffirmed support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and its Autonomy Plan, welcoming UN Security Council Resolution 2797. Health policy staffing: ECOWAS opened recruitment across agencies including the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), inviting qualified nationals from member states. Travel rules for health workers: The EU clarified Schengen visa application timing, fees and processing timelines for non-EU nationals.
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