AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTech & Diplomacy: PM Godwin Friday leads an official delegation to Taiwan for the 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties, with talks expected to cover agriculture, the blue economy, technology and sustainable development, plus an investor roundtable and a meeting with President Lai Ching-te. Science & Nature: Researchers link a tiny red sea slug (0.16 inches) found near Cuba and Guadeloupe to a World Cup tribute—while noting the formal scientific name still needs to meet naming rules. Digital Skills: CARDTP ran a Moodle training workshop for government stakeholders, building capacity to deliver training and learning online. Agritech: Taiwan’s Technical Mission plans a smart IoT system for farmers to monitor environmental and farm data in real time, alongside a young farmers’ training cohort at the Orange Hill Biotechnology Centre. Energy Debate: Local criticism continues over SVG’s geothermal project and electricity costs, with claims of cabinet-level misunderstanding and policy gaps. Local Tech Services: Flow will retire the Vincysurf email service in phases, ending access on Sept. 30, 2026. AI for Youth: A four-day “FRAMING THE FUTURE” AI creative workshop for ages 12–15 runs Aug. 10–15 at a secondary school IT lab. Environment & Risk: A 3.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded east of St. Vincent, and a heat-stress guidance piece urges communities to prepare during El Niño conditions.
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