AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMaritime Tech: Hornbeck Offshore is partnering with Deployable Energy to trial “Unity Nuclear Battery” micro-reactors for vessels, floating data centres and other marine power needs, with Lloyds Register Approval in Principle. Digital Payments: India’s UPI is set for Uzbekistan rollout via NPCI International Payments Ltd, expanding QR-based merchant payments and deepening India–Central Asia ties. AI Access for Students: Google expands its free Google AI Plus offer to students across 27 African countries, including Mauritius, with Gemini tools and cloud storage. AI Policy Watch: Tunisia ranks 10th in Africa on the inaugural African AI Governance Index, while Mauritius sits just behind the top nine—an early signal of where regulation and execution are heading. Mauritius Tech & Skills Links: Mauritius and Telangana agree to cooperate on public administration, tourism, IT/ITeS, emerging technologies and skills development, including Telugu cultural support. Local Science & Heritage: UNESCO-backed work in Mauritius focuses on improving history education tied to slavery and indentured labour memory, pushing for better teachers and heritage training. Aquaculture Spotlight: Mauritius’ marine fish farm continues producing red drum at scale, showing how the island’s “blue economy” is building practical biotech and seafood capacity. Climate Risk: Southern Africa’s rainy season outlook points to below-normal rainfall in parts of the region, with El Niño strengthening as a key driver.
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