AGP Executive Report
Last update: 42 minutes agoRed Sea Security Coalition: Saudi Arabia has moved from talks to a formal plan for a multinational defensive maritime alliance to protect shipping through the Red Sea, Bab el-Mandeb, and the Gulf of Aden, with 14 founding members including Djibouti and Somalia. The coalition follows Houthi claims of a naval blockade and attacks on Saudi-linked tankers, and aims to safeguard freedom of navigation and energy supply routes. Shipping & Costs Watch: Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics (ESL) says it’s monitoring the evolving Red Sea situation and weighing feeder services or rerouting to keep Ethiopian cargo moving. Djibouti in the Mix: Djibouti is listed among the coalition backers, underlining its role as a key maritime hub for regional trade. Health Fallout in Yemen: A Sana’a press conference highlighted how the Saudi-led blockade is disrupting dialysis supplies, with delays tied to shipping and inspection bottlenecks. Aviation Infrastructure: Ethiopian Airlines delayed contractor selection for Bishoftu International Airport to early 2027, citing bidder requests for more time and financing arrangements.
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