AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission adopted a new strategy and regulatory package for outermost regions, explicitly including Réunion, aiming to better fit local constraints while boosting resilience and opportunity. Telecoms & Subsea Infrastructure: Orange is investing in a new submarine cable linking La Réunion to South Africa, with a consortium (Orange, Telco OI, Réunicable, La Réunion Connectée) and Alcatel Submarine Networks designing/building it—focused on stronger international connectivity, lower latency, and route diversification as older cables near end-of-life. Local Skills & Energy Transition: In Guáimaro, authorities discussed how young people can support viable university training, with plans tied to an energy matrix transition and telecom upgrades to enable hybrid learning. Community & Agriculture Jobs: In Plum Mitan, residents say the closure/discontinuation of a farm propagation initiative led to job losses and production decline, highlighting ongoing pressure on local agricultural livelihoods. Culture & Identity: “Flamboyants!” is a documentary theater work with live music connecting Réunion with Creole communities in Puerto Rico and New Orleans, touring the U.S. this fall. Reality TV Spotlight: “Tropika Island of Treasure” returns with contestants heading to Réunion Island, bringing attention to the island through major televised challenges.
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