AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaritime Security in the Black Sea: Bulgaria says drones hit two commercial ships in its exclusive economic zone, with the Togo-flagged Alfa Watan sinking and the Palau-flagged Able catching fire; 18 crew were evacuated, while the Alfa Watan crew remains missing as rescue teams search for survivors. Regional Justice: The ECOWAS Court of Justice swore in five new judges, including Dr Yaouza Ouro-Sama of Togo, urging impartiality and protection of citizens’ rights. Togo’s Public Finance Oversight: Togo launched an AfDB-backed governance training program (CFAF 8.5bn) focused first on payroll control and wage bill management for officials. Energy Data for Investment: ECOWAS experts are meeting in Lomé to harmonize regional energy-efficiency data for 2023–2024, supporting better planning as Togo targets universal electricity access by 2030. Port of Lomé and Sahel Trade: Lomé’s port community is touring Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali to strengthen Sahel corridors and boost trade links. Tax Talks with Investors: Togolese tax authorities met Chinese firms in Lomé to improve predictability of tax procedures, with 12 commitments agreed.
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