AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPayments & Fintech: BCEAO published the September 30, 2026 list of 175 authorized participants to open PI-SPI interoperable instant payments services across the West African Economic and Monetary Union, with Guinea-Bissau among the countries included. Diplomacy & Elections Prep: Guinea-Bissau’s embassy in The Gambia marked the 53rd independence anniversary, with the ambassador pointing to institutional reforms and general elections set for December 6, 2026. Politics Watch: Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Domingos Simões Pereira called the announced presidential candidacy of former President Umaro Sissoco Embaló “chocante,” raising concerns about equality and security for participants. Regional Tax Cooperation: WATAF elected new council leadership, with Guinea-Bissau’s Malam Sissé named Vice Chairperson, aiming to strengthen tax administrations and revenue mobilization across West Africa. Public Health: ECOWAS’ Regional Animal Health Centre Bissau marked World Rabies Day with a push for coordinated “One Health” action to prevent rabies deaths, including dog vaccination and better surveillance. Trade & Food Security: A study by Oceana says more equitable fishing access agreements could help nutrient-poor countries, naming Guinea-Bissau among those that could gain if nutrient-rich fish are consumed locally.
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