Central Banking & Payments: BEAC has officially joined PAPSS, linking CEMAC countries (including Equatorial Guinea) to instant cross-border payments in local currencies—aiming to cut costs and speed up trade settlement across Africa. Oil & Gas: OPEC reported a sharp June rebound, with member output rising by about 3.05 mbpd; Equatorial Guinea saw a small decline, while the wider swing underlines how quickly supply shifts can move regional markets. Aviation & Connectivity: Port Harcourt International Airport in Nigeria received full certification and an operational license, a move that could expand international routes—one of the few practical levers for faster regional business travel. Energy Diplomacy: Russia plans a memorandum with Djibouti on peaceful nuclear cooperation, while also signaling broader business interest in infrastructure and energy—relevant for how external capital may reach African projects. Business & Jobs Policy: A Malabo Montpellier Panel report argues agrifood systems can drive youth employment, calling for policy changes to generate “decent work” at scale. Regional Security: A missing Equatorial Guinean military helicopter has been found with no survivors, with recovery and investigation efforts underway. Trade/Travel Policy: Angola published an updated visa-free list for 16 African countries (up to 30 days), easing short-stay business and tourism travel.