AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoElection Outlook: São Tomé and Príncipe’s opposition MLSTP/PSD narrowly won the September 27 election with 24 seats, ahead of ADI’s 23. Leader Américo Barros says he will seek a minority government tolerated by ADI, while turnout hit a record low of 41.3%. US Visa Bonds: São Tomé and Príncipe is among 50 countries on the updated US list. Eligible nationals applying for B1/B2 visitor visas may be required to post a bond of $10,000 to $20,000. Growth After Graduation: An IMF review says São Tomé and Príncipe’s 2024 graduation from least-developed-country status does not by itself determine future growth. Across eight graduating countries, average growth was broadly unchanged at about 2.9% in the five years before and after graduation. Sustainable Enterprise: A conservation initiative is promoting small businesses based on sustainable local products as alternatives to illegal logging, charcoal production and wildlife poaching.
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