AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoComoros Independence & Identity: July 6 marks Comoros Independence Day (1975), ending over 130 years of French control—while Mayotte remains a long-running point of contention between Moroni and Paris. Regional Environment: In Accra, scientists from 21 African countries—including Comoros—are meeting to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols for coastal waters, aiming for comparable data and stronger evidence-based marine protection. Air Connectivity: Direct flights between the Comoros and Madagascar have resumed after nearly four years, with officials saying it should boost travel, trade, and tourism and strengthen ties in transport, agriculture, and fisheries. Digital Payments: Visa Pay is expanding across Africa, with Comoros listed among markets adopting the platform to enable faster mobile payments, virtual cards, and remittance services. Language & Culture: UNESCO and African Union officials are pushing Kiswahili as a tool for unity, cultural identity, peace, and development—highlighting its growing role in regional cooperation and diplomacy. International Context: A global report also flags Comoros among countries facing severe religious persecution, underscoring how faith rights remain a sensitive issue worldwide.
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