AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoVisa & Travel Policy: Thailand has formally enacted a shift from 60 to 30 days visa-free entry for nationals of 60 countries, with the new rules starting September 15, 2026, and tighter limits on land-border entries. Local Family & School Culture: A Scottish mother says she lets her kids take unprompted day trips and breaks, sparking friction with her husband over whether families should be “criminalised” for their values. Retail & Coffee Culture: Shoprite buys 100% of Vida e Caffè, expanding the coffee chain’s reach across Africa (including Mauritius) and pushing further into quick-service dining. Mauritius Tech & Jobs: In an interview, Mauritius’ IT minister discusses what the AI Innovation Lab and the National AI Strategy could mean for skills and the workforce. Governance & Accountability: A Q&A tackles how administrative “blocages” stall public services in Mauritius, and who is responsible when systems fail. Energy & Local Business: Bhunjun Group rebrands Engen’s 37 stations under the new Mauritian fuel identity “Fillin,” with the slogan “Lesans nou pei.” Culture & Education Links: Telangana pledges support to promote Telugu language and heritage in Mauritius, including the Ram Bhajanam programme. Student AI Access: Google expands free AI Plus access to students in 27 African countries, including Mauritius. Heritage & Learning: UNESCO-backed work highlights the need for stronger history education in Mauritius’ slavery and indentured labour heritage sites.
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