AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEthiopia–Djibouti Fuel Corridor: Ethiopia is moving ahead with a $660m, 120-km refined products pipeline from Djibouti’s Damerjog to Dewele, backed by Ethiopian Investment Holdings and Aliko Dangote, aiming to cut fuel delivery time from about five days to one and reduce tanker trucking, demurrage costs, and corridor congestion. Red Sea Pressure on Logistics: With Houthi pressure around Bab el-Mandeb and Perim/Mokha, Red Sea war-risk premiums and freight costs are rising, keeping Djibouti’s role as Ethiopia’s main maritime gateway under strain. UN on Sea Lane Security: At the UN General Assembly, India and Gulf states—including Djibouti—called for protection of international sea lanes as maritime insecurity threatens energy, food, and global trade. Yemen Spillover to Djibouti: The UN Security Council condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and warned of a widening humanitarian crisis, with displacement pushing more people toward Djibouti. Food Crisis in the Horn: IGAD reports 40.3m people across six countries face acute food insecurity in 2026, with Djibouti among the worsening cases. Oil & Gas Industry Moves: Nigeria’s NNPC Ltd. welcomed an $800m Ima Gas Final Investment Decision, while Ardova-led talks to acquire Powergas signal continued gas infrastructure build-out.
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