AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 minutes agoScience & Infrastructure Diplomacy: Italy’s Universities and Research Minister Anna Maria Bernini visited Djibouti to launch a new phase of cooperation in scientific research, higher education, and digital infrastructure, including a briefing at the submarine telecom cable landing station. U.S. Travel Rules for Djiboutians: The U.S. has made its visa bond programme permanent, with consular officers able to require refundable deposits up to $20,000 for selected B1 (business) and B2 (tourism) applicants from 50 countries, including Djibouti—money is refunded if travellers comply and leave on time. Regional Security & Shipping: Saudi Arabia announced a new Red Sea maritime security alliance with Djibouti plus Egypt, Sudan, Eritrea, and Somalia (alongside Saudi, Jordan, and Yemen), aimed at protecting key shipping routes amid ongoing attacks. Migration Reality Check: A feature highlights Djibouti’s role as a maritime hub on the Eastern migration corridor, where large flows of undocumented travellers fuel smuggling and severe exploitation risks.
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