AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRare-Earth Push in Madagascar: The U.S. DFC is backing Harena Rare Earths for the Ampasindava Ionic Clay Rare Earth Project in northwestern Madagascar, aiming to move pilot work toward rare-earth magnet supply chains. Energy Security Shift: Madagascar’s state procurement agency has taken over fuel imports for JIRAMA, with a first direct diesel delivery to Toamasina from Sahara Group—ending decades of tender coordination by private distributors. Mining & Processing Momentum: Energy Fuels says it has completed its acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials, adding rare-earth metals and alloy capacity that supports a mine-to-magnet pathway. Ports & Logistics Expansion: ICTSI signed to acquire TLG, a bulk and agricultural cargo handler operating across Mozambique, Namibia and South Africa, to deepen its Southern Africa footprint. Maritime Risk Watch: Coverage highlights how small, unregistered vessels and false-flag practices are enabling sea crimes and trafficking across busy routes. Agribusiness & Climate Angle: A study challenges assumptions about robusta’s climate resilience, while other reporting flags how climate shocks are tightening pressure on farming systems. Biosecurity Alert: Madagascar ragwort has been detected in Wairarapa, underscoring the need for early detection to protect livestock and rural livelihoods.
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