AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUS Visa Rules for Travelers: The U.S. has made its refundable visa bond programme permanent, effective Aug 3, 2026. For selected applicants seeking B1 (business) or B2 (tourism) visas, consular officers may require a deposit of $10,000, $15,000 or up to $20,000 before a visa is issued—including Djibouti. The bond is refunded if travellers follow visa conditions and leave on time. CAF Champions League Draw: Zamalek will open against Djibouti’s AS Port in the preliminary round, while Pyramids face Kenya’s Gor Mahia; first legs run Sept 4–6. Regional Security Watch: Coverage flags a volatile Horn of Africa realignment, with renewed fighting risks in Ethiopia’s Tigray and wider spillover concerns. Djibouti-Italy Cooperation: Italy is deepening ties with Djibouti through science, higher education and digital infrastructure work under the Mattei Plan. Red Sea Shipping Security: Saudi Arabia announced a new maritime security alliance including Djibouti to protect Red Sea and Gulf of Aden routes.
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