AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMicroplastics Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries met in Accra to harmonise coastal microplastics monitoring protocols using nuclear and isotopic techniques, aiming for comparable data (20–300 micrometres) to guide evidence-based protection of marine ecosystems. Ocean Mapping Gap: A new look at global mapping shows less than 30% of the ocean floor has been mapped to modern standards, leaving most deep-sea habitats far less understood than Mars. Water Stress Data: A fresh global snapshot highlights extreme water stress in several countries, with withdrawals far outpacing renewable supplies—an issue likely to intensify as climate patterns shift. Climate & Island Statehood: The UN General Assembly reaffirmed continuity of statehood in the face of sea-level rise, raising fresh legal questions about sovereignty and how island nations can be protected as coastlines change. Comoros Independence Context: A publisher note marked Comoros’ July 6, 1975 independence, while again flagging the ongoing dispute over Mayotte’s status.
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