AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBiodiversity Finance for Gabon: The Government of Gabon, The Nature Conservancy and Enduring Earth launched “Gabon Infini,” aiming to mobilize up to US$200 million over a decade for community and conservation investments, supporting the 30x30x30 pledge to protect 30% of terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems by 2030. AfCFTA Trade Strategy: Gabon is validating an updated national AfCFTA roadmap to help local SMEs and young entrepreneurs expand across Africa, with support from the UN Economic Commission for Africa. Congo Basin Water Security: Former Gabon environment minister Lee White warns that Congo Basin loss could destabilize Africa’s water cycle and trigger water wars, urging stronger protection of the rainforest. Aviation Costs & Connectivity: IATA says Africa’s aviation growth is blocked by high operating costs, weak infrastructure and regulatory failures, calling for urgent policy choices. Regional Air Route Cuts: Turkish Airlines has removed Libreville from its future schedule, alongside other African destinations, citing network reshuffles tied to costs and demand. Mining & Rainforest Economics: A former Gabon environment minister argues that critical minerals development in the Congo could protect the rainforest by creating jobs and strengthening local control over resources.
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