AGP Executive Report
Last update: 27 minutes agoDjibouti–Somalia Security Talks: Somalia’s president met Djibouti’s army chief in Mogadishu ahead of AUSSOM commanders’ talks, focusing on expanding defense cooperation and countering Islamist militants. Red Sea Maritime Security: Saudi Arabia unveiled a multinational defensive maritime coalition to protect Bab el-Mandeb, the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden—Djibouti is among the founding signatories—amid ongoing Houthi threats to shipping. Italy–Djibouti Science Link: Italy’s research and universities minister visited Djibouti to launch a new phase of cooperation in scientific research, higher education, and digital infrastructure under the Mattei Plan. U.S. Visa Bond Hits Djibouti Travelers: The U.S. made its refundable visa bond program permanent, with Djibouti included among affected countries; consular officers may require up to $20,000 for B1/B2 visas. Women’s Football in Kigali: Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC drew Djibouti’s FC UJECO and Ethiopia’s CBE in the Cecafa qualifiers for the CAF Women’s Champions League, running Aug 21–31 in Rwanda. Locarno Open Doors Spotlight: Djibouti-linked African projects and next-gen storytelling are highlighted at Locarno Pro’s Open Doors 2026, including new regional film development.
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