AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMozambique–Russia Diplomacy: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met Mozambican officials in Maputo, saying Moscow has “exhausted” trust in Western peace promises on Ukraine and will only talk on issues like NATO ambitions and withdrawal from regions Russia claims. Cabo Delgado Security Ties: Lavrov also reaffirmed Russia’s support for Mozambique’s fight against terrorism, including training and military equipment, plus humanitarian help. Tax Arbitration: Portuguese energy firm Galp filed for international arbitration at ICSID against Mozambique over alleged capital gains tax underpayment tied to its 2024 sale of a 10% stake in the Rovuma Area 4 gas project. Regional Xenophobia Fallout: Mozambique said two citizens were killed in South Africa during xenophobic unrest, with others hospitalised and Mozambicans reportedly forced from homes. Jobs Portal Deal: Web Masters Kenya, behind Kenya’s eCitizen, signed an MoU with Mozambique’s INEP to build a KSh 2bn national jobs portal linking employers and job seekers. Food Security Warning: WTO warned Gulf conflict disruptions have nearly halted fertiliser shipments via the Strait of Hormuz, pushing nitrogen prices up and raising food insecurity risks for Africa.
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