AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEl Niño & Food Security: The UN’s FAO and WFP launched a first-ever Joint Anticipatory Action Appeal for US$202m to protect about 8.8m people in 22 high-risk countries, including Madagascar, warning hunger could worsen between June and November as droughts and floods intensify. Meteorology & Resilience: China donated meteorological and information technology equipment to Madagascar to boost weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and early-warning systems for disasters. Ocean Governance: At the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, African nations pushed for faster fisheries transparency reforms, backing efforts to make vessel activity visible to curb illegal fishing. Energy Finance: AXIAN Energy secured a $60m financing package with Mauritius Commercial Bank to expand renewable projects across Africa, supporting solar development in multiple markets. Russia–Madagascar Ties: Russian FM Sergey Lavrov met Madagascar’s foreign minister in Moscow, with President Randrianirina confirmed for the Russia–Africa Summit in October and talks focused on trade and economic cooperation. Cocoa Sustainability: Lindt & Sprüngli says its cocoa sourcing is now covered by 100% Rainforest Alliance certification, with Madagascar mentioned as part of its broader farming and livelihood efforts. Peace Index: Madagascar ranked among Africa’s safer countries in the 2026 Global Peace Index, scoring 1.849.
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