AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMarine Protection Rollout: São Tomé and Príncipe has formally designated its first two planned marine protected areas off its coast—Ilhéu das Rolas–Malanza–Jalé and Santana—setting no-take zones and regulated artisanal use as the government moves toward a wider network of eight MPAs. Diplomatic Expansion: Serbia has approved the opening of a São Tomé and Príncipe consulate in Belgrade, to be led by an honorary consul, clearing the way for deeper consular ties. Innovation & IP Co-operation: The European Patent Organisation president visited Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe to strengthen co-operation on patents, innovation and technology transfer, including a validation agreement signed with Angola and discussions with São Tomé’s prime minister and foreign affairs minister. Regional Connectivity Watch: A World Bank Tourism Watch report flags that São Tomé and Príncipe saw a 7% decline in estimated aviation passenger arrivals in early 2026, even as several nearby countries posted strong growth—an indicator for policymakers watching travel demand and connectivity.
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