AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoPlastic Policy: Tunisia is moving to ban single-use plastic bags nationwide, with a transition period of up to one year and phased-out plastic packaging for food sold by weight, alongside rules for reusable and biodegradable alternatives and penalties for repeat offenders. Marine Pollution Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries, including Tunisia, are meeting in Accra to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols for coastal environments, aiming for comparable data to guide evidence-based marine protection. Road Safety Investment: Tunisia’s National Road Safety Observatory and WHO-backed study says targeted, evidence-based road safety actions could prevent over 17,300 deaths and 570 cases of permanent disability over 30 years, with major economic returns. Extreme Heat Watch: Arab Weather forecasts a coming heatwave that could push parts of Tunisia toward exceptionally high temperatures, with calls for close monitoring as conditions evolve. Water & Infrastructure: Tunisia’s Central Bank confirmed a $312m extended loan from the Arab Monetary Fund to support economic and financial stability, tied to reform efforts.
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