AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSomaliland-US Rift: The US says it will not recognise Somaliland’s independence, stressing Somalia’s territorial integrity while keeping “positive” engagement—raising new regional friction after Israel’s move to recognise Hargeisa. Djibouti Logistics: Mawani launched a new shipping service linking Jeddah with India and Djibouti, boosting Red Sea connectivity and trade capacity. US Visa Overhaul (Djibouti in the list): Washington plans to cut Africa’s visa-processing embassies from nearly 50 to 20 hubs; Djibouti City is named as a hub, meaning applicants may have to travel farther and pay more. Somalia Political Strain: A Djibouti-based opposition figure accuses Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of weakening Somalia’s federal system amid stalled talks and election uncertainty. Horn of Africa Watch: Ethiopia’s election campaign enters its final stretch as observers track a high-stakes vote amid unrest and tight media conditions. Djibouti-Ethiopia Energy Plan: Djibouti’s ports authority says it is awaiting Ethiopia’s participation to build a Damerjog oil depot, with financing expected from Ethiopia’s investment arm.
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