AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOil Supply Boost: Vietnam’s Nghi Son refinery has received more than 950,000 barrels of Djeno crude from the Republic of Congo to keep fuel production steady and diversify away from Kuwait amid Middle East tensions. Energy Operations: Perenco Congo says it has lifted output by 6,000 bpd after finishing a 5-well infill campaign at the Tchibouela East field, and has now kicked off a new 5-well push at the Masseko field. IMF Talks: Congo-Brazzaville has formally asked to open negotiations with the IMF for a new economic programme, as debt sits above 90% of GDP and the budget remains tied to oil. Pollution Watch: In Pointe-Noire, residents are still worried about lingering lead contamination fears from a closed battery recycling plant, with independent soil testing delayed by logistics. Investment Signals: Zanaga Iron Ore has raised £5.7m to fund bulk sampling and in-country work for its Congo project, while Regional Trade: CMA CGM signed a framework with Kenya to expand logistics and port capacity ahead of the Africa Forward Summit.
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