AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTrade & Environment: Brazil has enacted the Mercosur–EFTA free trade deal, set to take effect Oct. 1, with commitments spanning sustainable development, environmental protection, biodiversity and human rights—an important signal for how Iceland and its EFTA partners may align trade with climate goals. Ocean Monitoring Push: The EU and Canada helped launch the OceanEye International Alliance for the Global Ocean Observing System at the UN, with pledges of about €211–€220 million to strengthen ocean data for weather, climate and coastal resilience—including Iceland among participating countries. Iceland Weather Watch: Yellow warnings are in force as strong easterly winds and heavy rain hit Iceland, with hazardous travel risk and flooding/landslide concerns in the southeast and central highlands. Climate Diplomacy: Iceland’s PM highlighted geothermal-led energy independence during Climate Week in New York, while Nepal and Iceland’s foreign ministers discussed climate disaster recovery after the Bhotekoshi flood. Marine Life & Whales: Ahead of the IWC meeting in Hobart, campaigners warn that whaling pressures persist alongside bycatch, pollution, ship strikes and climate-driven food changes. Arctic Security: A new US defence agreement could expand American presence at Greenland’s Mestersvig, underscoring the GIUK gap’s strategic role.
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