AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUN Cartography Vote: The UN General Assembly backed a new “Equal Earth” world map that makes Africa look larger and North America/Europe smaller, with 164 countries voting yes; the U.S. voted no and six others abstained, urging governments to use it alongside or instead of Mercator. Public Health Breakthrough: Brazil reported durable protection from the TAK-003 dengue vaccine in São Paulo adolescents, with one dose holding against symptomatic dengue and the two-dose schedule strongly reducing hospitalizations. U.S.-Venezuela Oil Deal: A Reuters report says the U.S. structured its 35% stake in a Venezuelan oil venture with “penny warrants” to prevent dilution as the project raises capital. Caribbean Security & Migration: Belize’s new U.S. ambassador said he needs more briefing on how often the U.S.-Belize asylum transfer arrangement has been used, as both sides discuss security and caps. Regional Governance: Belize City Mayor Bernard Wagner and Councillor Javier Castellanos attended the IDB Mayors Forum in Barranquilla, focusing on public services, trust, and resilient urban development. Sports Spotlight: St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots’ Andre “Spiceman” Fletcher launched a “no-look” six in the CPL, while Saint Lucia’s Julien Alfred won her third straight Diamond League 200m title.
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