AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoElection Watch (São Tomé & Príncipe): With legislative elections on Sunday, voters across São Tomé and Príncipe are demanding jobs and action to slow the sharp youth exodus, citing labor shortages in sectors like construction and frustration that “nothing has changed” since birth. Local Economy & Infrastructure: Young voters and workers want new businesses plus a port and airport that can create employment, while turnout concerns linger after low participation in the July presidential vote. Energy & Regional Oil Links: Petrobras is expanding its Africa push, signing production-sharing contracts for eight offshore exploration blocks in Ivory Coast (90% stake) and separately a cooperation memorandum with Mozambique’s ENH focused on studies, development, and LNG-linked gas opportunities. Culture & Soft Power (Russian House): Russia plans to open 11 new “Russian House” partner centres, with eight in Africa including São Tomé and Príncipe, aiming to boost language, education, and youth projects. Maritime Security (Sanctions): Ukraine’s intelligence says 38 vessels tied to Russia’s shadow fleet include ships flagged in São Tomé and Príncipe, linked to exporting oil, LNG, and supporting military logistics.
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