AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnvironmental Crime: São Tomé and Príncipe joined 10 countries in proposing a new U.N. protocol to tackle crimes such as illegal mining, wildlife and timber trafficking, and waste smuggling. Governments have approved negotiations, with Indigenous Peoples and local communities recognized for their role in protecting the environment. Culture: São Tomé and Príncipe is among the Portuguese-speaking communities featured at Macau’s Lusofonia Festival, which opened alongside a wider arts festival with music, food and performances. Blue Economy: Nigeria will lead work on a regional marine and blue economy policy covering nine Gulf of Guinea countries, including São Tomé and Príncipe, with goals of improving maritime security, ocean governance and economic cooperation.
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