AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDjibouti Energy Build-Out: Salaam Group’s Fuelstor has started construction of a $160m fuel and logistics terminal in Damerjog, with DJF 30bn investment on 22 hectares and planned storage of 400,000 metric tons to supply fuel, LPG and edible oil across East Africa and the Horn—another sign Djibouti is tightening its grip on regional trade flows. Red Sea Security Watch: France says it has no confirmed proof of mines in the Strait of Hormuz but is preparing demining options, as Iran warns any renewed strikes could widen the conflict—keeping Djibouti’s role in Western naval readiness in focus. Finance Reform Theme: Egypt moves to speed up capital increases and unify business licensing for both locals and foreigners, aiming to fix “ease of doing business” bottlenecks. Climate Risk: IGAD/ICPAC forecasts below-normal rainfall for much of the Greater Horn in June–September, with Djibouti among the affected areas. Ongoing Infrastructure Push: China-funded water upgrades are set to expand safe water access for over 120,000 people in Djibouti.
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