AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLocal Hydrocarbons Clash: Two French Guiana MPs, Jean-Victor Castor and Davy Rimane, say they’re breaking with the French left after their bill to allow oil exploration in overseas territories was rejected in committee, even as it heads to a June 11 National Assembly plenary; they accuse Paris of “green colonialism” and argue local economic realities aren’t being heard. Biodiversity Protection Push: France announced seven new biological reserves and expanded two others, adding 157,000 hectares under protection, with nearly all of it in French Guiana via the Armontabo Rocky Peaks reserve—part of a broader goal for “strong protection” of 10% of land by 2030. Amazon Satellite Internet via French Guiana: Amazon says it has launched 32 satellites from the French Guiana launch site as part of its plan for thousands of launches to expand broadband coverage, aiming to reach remote areas faster than land-based networks. Aerospace Independence Watch: ESA is exploring whether Ariane 6 could be adapted for human spaceflight, as Europe seeks more autonomy in crewed missions. Sports Funding Oversight (Not local): Trinidad and Tobago’s SporTT is demanding answers from the TTFA over millions in public funding tied to World Cup qualifying, amid claims of unpaid salaries and vendors.
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