FILDA 2026 Momentum: Angola’s Luanda International Fair (FILDA) opened in Icolo & Bengo with a record 2,348 exhibitors, pushing the theme “Produce and innovate locally, win globally,” and highlighting agribusiness, fisheries, trade, and services as key pillars for diversification. Jobs & Reform Push: Angola’s Minister of State for Economic Coordination said 774,000 formal jobs were created from Jan 2023 to June 2026, with most coming from private activity, as government pledges to keep reforms and macro stability. Central Bank Digital Upgrade: The National Bank of Angola launched new digital platforms for financial inclusion and modernization, letting customers register and track complaints and check credit histories. Aviation Gender Drive: ICAO urged concrete steps to boost women’s participation in civil aviation, focusing on education, career pathways, data, and accountability. Oil & Gas Signal: ExxonMobil joined Angola Oil & Gas 2026 as a Gold Sponsor, underlining continued support for upstream investment and local content as Luanda targets new exploration and efficiency. Energy Market Context: Global LNG hit a record 437m tonnes in 2025, with Angola cited among exporters, while 2026 faces uncertainty tied to Middle East disruptions.