Energy & Regional Integration: Guinea’s OMVG chair Laye Sekou Camara warned that cash-flow problems and contractual disputes are putting flagship energy projects like the Sambangalou Dam and the OMVG Interconnection at risk, urging member states to clear arrears, fund 2026 budgets, and push legal and governance reforms. Cross-Border Security & Trade: ECOWAS inspection and readiness activity in Guinea-Bissau under the ESSMGB umbrella signals continued focus on operational readiness, while ECOWAS-linked efforts in the region stress tighter cross-border cooperation to curb terrorism and transnational crime and boost trade. Maritime Security: The multinational Obangame Express OE26 exercise (including Guinea-Bissau) wrapped up after improving Gulf of Guinea readiness against piracy, illegal fishing and trafficking, with participation from more than 30 countries. Visa & Mobility Signals: Congo announced visa-free entry for all Africans from January 2027, adding to a growing regional push to simplify movement and support the AfCFTA agenda. Tech & Licensing: UCC’s response to taxation and sovereignty concerns as Starlink seeks/holds a license highlights how telecom regulation and security requirements are shaping market access. Shipping & Sanctions Loopholes: A report flags how African flag registries have been used to support Russia’s shadow maritime operations, with Guinea-Bissau named among countries appearing in shipping rankings.