Aviation Reform: African ministers meeting in Lomé adopted the “Lomé Declaration” to fast-track Open Skies and the Single African Air Transport Market, pushing for fewer barriers, lower aviation fees, visa streamlining, stronger cargo networks and support for sustainable aviation fuels. Maritime & Risk Management: Togo’s Senate approved accession to the OPRC-HNS 2000 hazardous-substances pollution protocol and the IOPC Fund, aiming to strengthen preparedness and ensure better compensation after major maritime incidents. Water Infrastructure: A low-carbon pipe prefabrication plant has started operations in Adétikopé to support the RAINE flood-management project, boosting local production for sanitation and water works. Insurance for Households: GTA Assurances launched “Pack Essentiel+,” bundling home cover, liability, accident and death benefits with 24/7 assistance and faster claims. Cotton Targets: Togo set a 105,000-tonne seed cotton goal for 2026-2027, urging growers to expand areas and raise yields. Business & Finance: AfDB became the first institutional shareholder in Lomé-based EBID, injecting $30m equity plus a $70m credit line to scale development lending across West Africa. Energy & Industry: Togo’s T-OIL and SALT signed deals to advance sustainable aviation fuel and expand Jet A1 storage capacity at Lomé airport. Private Sector Leadership: AGET elected Charles Kokouvi Gafan as president, with a mandate focused on dialogue and advocacy ahead of Togo’s 2026-2031 roadmap.