Maritime Security: UKMTO says the bulk carrier MV Golden Arsenal reported an attempted pirate attack off Yemen’s Red Sea coast, with the incident linked to a distress alert about 300 nautical miles east-northeast of Djibouti; the report underscores how the Gulf of Aden–Red Sea corridor remains a flashpoint for shipping risk. Regional Cybersecurity: IGAD’s Regional Cyber Drill 2026 wrapped up in Addis Ababa, with Djibouti among participants, calling for stronger cross-border cooperation and plans for a regional Information Sharing and Analysis Center to improve incident response. Trade & Finance (Djibouti in the mix): PAPSS, the AfCFTA-linked Pan-African Payment and Settlement System, is expanding its live local-currency payment network across 14 countries including Djibouti, aiming to cut costly dollar-based settlement delays for regional traders. Governance & State Capacity: A report highlights quiet gains in digital public financial management and rising tax-to-GDP ratios across several African states, pointing to improving institutional strength as a driver of economic stability. Environment (Sahel to Djibouti): The Great Green Wall’s “Wall of Trees” push continues across the Sahel toward Djibouti, focusing on restoring land, jobs, and climate resilience rather than just planting trees.