AGP Executive Report
Last update: 15 minutes agoTrade Links: South Sudan’s trade minister urged Djibouti to move ahead with a 2025 trade agreement, including plans for White Nile ports and dry ports such as Yei to support business and jobs. China Visit: Djibouti’s foreign minister is in China through Oct. 25 for an official visit, as the two countries maintain close economic and strategic ties. Regional Finance: The International Trade Finance Corporation signed a $2.9 billion financing framework covering Djibouti, Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire. Market Access: Egypt and Djibouti signed a trade protocol to widen access to each other’s markets. Shipping Risks: Fighting in Yemen near Bab el-Mandeb underscores the security risks facing a vital maritime corridor for Djibouti and regional commerce.
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