AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPublic Health & Youth: Philippines health advocates urged President Marcos Jr. to raise sin taxes on alcohol, sweetened drinks and tobacco, warning current steps aren’t curbing youth stunting and obesity and noting vaping’s spread. Science & Health Tech: Researchers unveiled the first artificial protein motor that walks along DNA, moving step-by-step under control signals—an advance for synthetic biology models. Space Workforce: India’s ISRO tightened exit rules for scientists after a rise in voluntary retirements/resignations tied to key missions like Gaganyaan, with higher approval steps and more director input. US Research Politics: A proposed shift in federal grant rules would give political appointees more say over funding, drawing pushback from scientists and universities. Environment & Health: New York issued air quality advisories as Canadian wildfire smoke worsened conditions, urging precautions for sensitive groups. Economy & Trade: Malaysia’s parliament passed a Statistics Bill to modernize the legal framework for official data, while India-UK CETA was framed as a major boost for exports and investment. Energy Debate: Greenpeace called for an immediate halt to Dangote’s planned $17B Kenya coastal refinery, citing risks to Lamu’s ecosystems and cultural sites.
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