AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoConstitutional Referendum: Guinea-Bissau voters have provisionally approved a new constitution with 70% support, expanding presidential powers ahead of December elections. The reforms let the president appoint and dismiss the prime minister and cabinet, create or abolish ministries, and dissolve parliament in a grave political crisis, while shrinking parliament from 102 to 65 seats. Political Tensions: The main opposition PAIGC boycotted the vote, warning the process lacks safeguards and could concentrate power after the November 2025 coup. Migration Tragedy: In a separate West Africa-linked story, rescuers report more than 80 deaths after a boat carrying migrants from Gambia was found adrift for 26 days near the Canary Islands, with 45 survivors recovered. Diplomacy: Nepal has established diplomatic relations with Guinea-Bissau, bringing the country’s total to 184. Sports (Local Link): Guinea-Bissau striker Beto has completed a permanent move from Everton to Fiorentina, while the wider football spotlight remains on Guinea-Bissau’s role in upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifiers.
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