AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoShipping & Trade Costs: CMA CGM announced new Peak Season Surcharges for July 2026, including a US$200 per TEU charge on China-to-West Africa North Range routes covering Liberia, Mauritania, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, Gambia, and Sao Tome and Principe (with exclusions noted for Guinea). Energy Policy: The IEA says 113 countries plus the EU have taken steps to blunt rising energy costs linked to the Middle East conflict, with the most common moves being lowered energy taxes and broader consumer support. Aviation & Tourism Demand: World Bank Tourism Watch data shows Sao Tomé and Príncipe saw a 7% drop in estimated aviation passenger arrivals in Q1 2026, while Sierra Leone posted +23% growth—highlighting uneven connectivity gains across the region. Land Governance: A comparative analysis reviews how compulsory land acquisition compensation is handled across countries, focusing on fairness and impacts on farmers and investors. Innovation & IP: The European Patent Organisation signed an Angola validation agreement and met São Tomé and Príncipe leaders on patents, innovation, and technology transfer.
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