AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEl Niño Update: Sea-surface temperatures in the central equatorial Pacific have surged to +2.9°C above average, with NOAA now giving a 75% chance of a historically strong event this coming October–December. Food Security Alarm: The UN World Food Programme warns El Niño drought could leave 16 million people in Latin America without enough food, with Panama and other countries already declaring emergencies. Water Watch in Panama: Panama’s Technological University water observatory is publishing data on hydrological resources as the country weighs climate pressure and public supply planning. Canal Disruption Risk: Multiple reports point to El Niño drought worsening water levels and pushing Panama Canal traffic cuts, raising costs and straining regional logistics. Ecosystems & Economy: A new study highlights how biodiversity loss can hit farm incomes and government finances—using bat declines as a case where conservation can pay off. Maritime Connectivity Forum: Panama’s Maritime, Logistics and Port Forum 2026 focused on keeping the canal reliable, linking future cargo movement to water projects and port/energy corridor plans.
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