AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRed Sea diplomacy: Egypt’s foreign and transport ministers are in Eritrea to deepen economic ties and press a Red Sea “security and governance” line—an indirect jab at Ethiopia’s push for a lasting foothold on the waterway. War economy: Russia is reportedly recruiting Yemeni fighters with cash, monthly salaries and citizenship promises, turning the Ukraine war into a high-risk escape route. Passport momentum: Oman’s passport has inched up in the Henley Index to 55th, with visa-free/VOA access to 84 destinations, including Djibouti. Travel safety watch: Britain has updated Somalia travel advice, warning against all travel to most of the country and flagging border risks and possible short-notice closures. Regional leadership: South Sudan President Salva Kiir returned to Juba after visits to Djibouti and Uganda, with talks focused on trade, infrastructure and regional cooperation. Migration pressure: IOM says 14,834 African migrants reached Yemen in April, with most departing from Djibouti.
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