AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoParty Politics: Union Progressiste le Renouveau will convene its Political Bureau and National Council in Cotonou on November 14 to review its work and reaffirm support for President Romuald Wadagni. Jobs and Growth: Benin’s economy grew 8.1% in 2025, but employment at large private firms rose just 0.2%, highlighting the challenge of turning growth into jobs. Trade: Exports to the UK jumped 62.5% to £13 million, while UK exports to Benin fell 6.9% to £54 million, widening the trade gap. Digital Skills: Forty young women received cybersecurity certificates in Cotonou, part of a training drive that drew 1,689 applications. Regional Ties: The Russian Navy training ship Perekop called at Cotonou from November 8 to 10 for meetings and exchanges with Benin’s navy.
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