AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCabo Verde–China Deal: Cabo Verde and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) signed an MoU covering energy, water, agriculture and integrated development, including thermal power upgrades, renewables, storage, grid work, EV support, seawater desalination, wastewater reuse, smart water management, and a northern-islands development corridor. Adventure Tourism Push: A World Bank–financed partnership between the Adventure Travel Trade Association and the Institute of Tourism of Cabo Verde is positioning the islands as a sustainable hiking destination, with AdventureWEEK Cabo Verde expected to drive over US$7.1m in visitor spending across Africa from 2026–2028. Energy Support Link: National Grid is holding a Brockton customer assistance event (Aug. 27) for Cape Verdean Association members, offering bill help, payment assistance options, and summer cooling tips—relevant to diaspora-linked energy affordability. Maritime Risk Watch: A fresh attack on a UAE-linked oil vessel near the Strait of Hormuz is raising fuel-supply and freight-cost risks for import-dependent African economies. Food Standards: The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49) adopted new commodity and hygiene texts, including updates on water reuse safety, chicken pathogen controls, allergen management, and emergency food labelling guidance.
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