AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoChlordecone Compensation: France has brought into force a law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the way to discuss compensation for victims and setting priorities like faster cleanup, support for agriculture and fishing, stronger disease research, and improved care. Marine Protection Push: On World Oceans Day, France designated three new strictly protected marine zones, raising the protected share of its waters to 14.68%, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe aimed at sea turtles. Sargassum Management & Jobs: A Virgin Islands deputy secretary said the OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical strategies to manage sargassum, protect coasts, improve public health preparedness, and create economic opportunities through productive use of the seaweed. Local Culture & Inclusion: Guadeloupe’s inaugural Kréyòl Pride is set for late July, bringing together LGBTQIA+ groups, allies, and the Maison des Diversités et de l’Inclusion to promote unity and tackle homophobia. EU Carbon Border Rules: EU ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon emissions fee on imports, potentially improving certainty for low-carbon investment.
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