AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMozambique Inflation Watch: Mozambique’s central bank kept the policy rate at 9.25%, but warned inflation risks could slide into double digits if the Middle East conflict drags on, citing fuel-price effects, supply disruptions and worsening fiscal and security conditions. AI Policy Push: Mozambique has opened a draft National AI Strategy for public comment (May 4–June 4), with plans for regulatory sandboxes and a bid to become a regional data-centre and cloud hub. Security & Disinformation: President Daniel Chapo urged veterans to stay vigilant against terrorism, violence and disinformation in Cabo Delgado-linked messaging. Blue Economy Agenda: Mozambique also framed marine science and offshore gas as the backbone of a sustainable blue economy, pointing to Coral Sul FLNG and Rovuma Basin development. Regional Trade Friction: Wider AfCFTA momentum is being slowed by transport and border delays, with Mozambique and neighbours still feeling the logistics drag.
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