AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRegional Diplomacy: China plans visits to Djibouti and other regional capitals as shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz reshape its Middle East engagement. Industrial Strategy: A new ECA–Djibouti study says the AfCFTA could help expand industrial production, diversify the economy and connect local businesses to regional value chains. Public Finances: The government cut its 2026 budget by 2.2% after revenue fell 12.88 billion francs short of forecast by May. Ports & Trade: Ethiopia’s push for its own seaport comes as 96.7% of its trade still moves through Djibouti, underscoring the port’s importance even as Addis Ababa seeks alternatives. Red Sea insecurity is also prompting major carriers to treat the corridor as a conditional route, adding uncertainty for regional logistics.
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