AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFisheries Trade Boost: Somalia and China signed a duty-free deal for Somali fish exports, aiming to expand market access, raise foreign-exchange earnings, and spur investment in processing and cold-chain capacity. Shipping Costs: Maersk announced a new peak season surcharge on Turkey-to-Somalia cargo starting July 28—$200 for 20-foot containers and $300 for 40/45-foot—while saying existing commitments are unchanged. Security Funding Pressure: Somalia is pushing for a post–AU troop arrangement as U.S. funding for the AU mission winds down, seeking bilateral deals to avoid a security vacuum. Food & Farm Shock: Mudug farmers in central Somalia are reeling from locust damage plus water shortages, with households reporting near-total crop loss and mounting hardship. Climate Risk for the Horn: Kenya is set to receive up to $100m from a UN emergency fund to prepare for El Niño impacts, with Somalia listed among high-risk countries. Health System Strain: Somalia’s immunisation drive faces major gaps, as regional reporting highlights the scale of “zero-dose” children and the need for urgent health funding audits. Aviation & Connectivity: Somalia’s AI push continues with the launch of the Somali National Artificial Intelligence Centre at Somali National University, targeting research and practical solutions across sectors.
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