AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDigital Trade: TTBizLink’s ePhyto service is now fully operational, letting exporters apply for and track plant-health certificates online. The system is expected to cut processing time by 60%, from 30 minutes to 12, and securely transmit certificates to overseas authorities. Disaster Resilience: T&T families facing repeated floods and other hazards are confronting a tough question: can their homes withstand the next disaster, or will they have to rebuild again? Circular Economy: Japan’s car-recycling model recovers materials for reuse, but T&T auto dealers say lower vehicle volumes and costs could make it difficult to replicate locally. Health Research: Nineteen presenters at the T&T Medical Association’s research conference examined issues including AI self-diagnosis and public involvement in health studies, with the Health Minister urging closer links between research and clinical practice. Food Innovation: Agriculture officials distributed eight rice varieties to local farmers ahead of the planting season, aiming to strengthen production and reduce food imports.
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