AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCongo Basin Tech in Biology: Scientists report some catfish can “sniff” underwater using a nasal design that actively pulls water and scent molecules in, a finding from Congo Basin research published in Ichthyology & Herpetology. Ocean Governance: UN seabed talks in Kingston launched long processes to challenge the US push for unilateral deep-sea mining, as governments seek accountability for mining in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone. Congo River Shipping Support: Royal IHC and Royal Van der Leun signed for electrical engineering on an Easydredge 2700XL dredger to help maintain Congo River navigability and keep ports like Boma and Matadi accessible. Anti-Illegal Fishing Pact: A new Our Ocean Conference declaration signed by the Republic of the Congo calls for more transparency on fishing vessels and better data-sharing to curb illegal fishing. Extreme Heat Planning: A city council resolution urges science-based extreme heat safety steps, including cooling centers and faster public alerts. Energy & Corruption Watch: A US trial in Brooklyn alleges a Turkish energy firm used bribery to win a Ghana power contract—another reminder of how tech and infrastructure deals can be derailed by illicit finance.
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