AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAgribusiness & Forests: A new commentary warns Suriname not to “be saved by soybeans,” arguing foreign agribusiness promises of jobs and prosperity often mean forest clearance, polluted rivers, and fewer local gains—urging stronger food security and protection of rivers and forests. Wildlife Trafficking: Reporting links sophisticated trafficking networks to the international movement of golden lion tamarins, with seizures noted in Togo, Suriname and Brazil, highlighting forged documents and Atlantic smuggling routes. Regional Trade Governance: CARIFORUM–EU talks get renewed focus as the Dominican Republic hosts the Fifth Joint Council meeting for the first time since 2017, pushing practical implementation of the CARIFORUM–EU Economic Partnership Agreement. Oil & Gas (Regional Context): Exxon’s Guyana exploration continues at Barreleye-3 in the Stabroek Block, while a separate update shows Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas advancing farm-outs and near-term catalysts across Atlantic margins. Logistics & Customs: A Suriname-linked postal/customs reform update targets shipping delays caused by incomplete or late advance data, aiming to tighten HS code and value declarations. Local Industry Capacity (Regional): Guyana approves 48 local content plans for major operators, reinforcing the push for meaningful local participation in extractives.
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