AGP Executive Report
Last update: 38 minutes agoVisa & mobility for health workers: A new ILO convention on decent work in the platform economy (C No.193) was adopted on 12 June 2026, setting minimum wage, safety and social-security standards for gig workers—while India’s government delegate abstained despite workers and employers voting in favour. Local health workforce pathways: A roundup highlights seven countries still offering visa-sponsored nursing routes in 2026 (including the UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand and the UAE), reflecting ongoing global nurse shortages. Mauritius-linked travel access: Spain expanded visa-free entry in 2026 to eight African countries, including Mauritius, for short stays up to 90 days within 180 days (no employment allowed). Public spending for health priorities: Over 140 SADC officials met in Johannesburg (15–17 July) for training on cost-benefit analysis to help governments choose higher-impact policies despite tight budgets, with examples including vaccination and early childhood programmes. Health security & travel risk: UKHSA warned of rising imported mosquito-borne illnesses (dengue, malaria, chikungunya and Zika), urging travellers to take precautions.
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