AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoConstitutional Overhaul: Guinea-Bissau voters backed a referendum that expands presidential powers and shrinks parliament, with 70% support; the changes would let the president lead the Council of Ministers, appoint and dismiss the prime minister, and dissolve parliament, while reducing lawmakers from 102 to 65—opposition parties boycotted and warned power would be too concentrated ahead of December elections. Agriculture & Trade Potential: A World Bank-focused look at Guinea-Bissau’s economy highlights how agriculture drives 30–50% of GDP and supports most livelihoods, but productivity gaps and weak market links keep cashew and rice underperforming; the report points to agroecology plus better agrologistics as a route to unlock about US$30m a year in rice and cashew gains. Tax Capacity Building: West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF) and the IMF’s TADAT ran a Francophone training and certification in Cotonou, bringing together tax officials from Guinea-Bissau and other member states to strengthen compliance and revenue collection. Diplomacy for Business Links: Serbia’s foreign minister met Guinea-Bissau’s delegation head at a Non-Aligned Movement anniversary in Belgrade, agreeing to push stronger economic cooperation beyond current levels. Regional Power Integration: West Africa’s electricity grids are being linked through 4,000+ km of transmission lines, improving cross-border power trade and expanding access for millions across several countries including Guinea-Bissau.
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