AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDjibouti Energy Push: Djibouti has started construction of the Sh20.7bn Fuelstor multi-product fuel terminal in the Damerjog corridor, aiming for 400,000 metric tonnes of storage and a bigger role as a regional trading and logistics hub for fuel, LPG and edible oils—an answer to volatile shipping and fuel costs tied to the wider Middle East squeeze. Horn of Africa Security & Shipping: France’s Charles de Gaulle carrier group has safely reached the Arabian Sea after a stop in Djibouti, as Europe quietly prepares for possible Hormuz-area protection if hostilities ease. Diplomacy Under Strain: The US rejected Iran’s 14-point peace proposal, with Tehran saying it doesn’t trust Washington’s shifting stance. Regional Signals: Israel’s recognition of Somaliland is deepening ties with security and infrastructure cooperation, even as it raises fresh political friction. Trade & Tech Backdrop: A new Atlantic subsea cable plan is moving forward to boost Europe–Africa connectivity resilience.
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