AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMarine Protection Expansion: São Tomé and Príncipe has officially designated its first two marine protected areas off its coast—Ilhéu das Rolas–Malanza–Jalé and Santana—setting no-take zones and limiting industrial fishing to protect turtles, seabirds, reefs, and key fishing grounds. Diplomatic Presence in Europe: Serbia has approved the opening of a São Tomé and Príncipe consulate in Belgrade, to be led by an honorary consul, with formal notification to follow through diplomatic channels. Innovation & Patents Cooperation: The European Patent Organisation’s president visited Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe to strengthen patent protection and technology transfer, including a validation agreement signed with Angola and talks with São Tomé’s prime minister and foreign affairs minister. Regional Cultural Diplomacy: China and Portuguese-speaking countries’ cultural week continued at Senado Square, featuring performances from multiple Lusophone nations including São Tomé and Príncipe. Conservation Story from Príncipe: A profile highlights Manuel Gomes (“Lindo”), a former sea turtle poacher turned protector, now supporting marine protection efforts and community-led conservation.
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