Trade Finance Boost for Djibouti: The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) signed a US$750m framework agreement with Djibouti for 2026–2029 to finance strategic trade across the Horn. Digital Payments & Identity: The World Bank backed digital wallets and verifiable credentials, urging countries to move from siloed identity and payment systems to user-centric, modular digital public infrastructure—relevant for Djibouti’s fintech push. Regional Energy Integration: The World Bank and AfDB approved a $1.6bn programme to integrate Eastern Africa power markets under Mission 300, supporting cross-border transmission and reforms, with Somalia included. EV Momentum in the Horn: Ethiopia continues scaling EV charging, commissioning a fast-charging hub in Addis Ababa and expanding along the Ethiopia–Djibouti trade corridor. Migration Media Standards: Journalists’ leaders from Eastern Africa, including Djibouti, pledged ethical, fact-based reporting on migration and labour mobility after a Mombasa forum. Security Watch: Germany is sending ships to Djibouti to prepare for a possible Strait of Hormuz mine-clearing mission, underscoring Djibouti’s growing logistics role.