Djibouti Port Weather Resilience: China’s MAZU-Urban AI early-warning system, donated to Djibouti in July 2025, is now helping forecast extreme weather up to 24 hours ahead and send tiered alerts to port staff and frontline workers, improving safety and reducing disruptions. Horn of Africa Power Push: Ethiopia says it can become Africa’s energy hub by scaling hydropower (about 60GW potential) and expanding electricity exports and interconnections, with power already flowing to Djibouti, Sudan and Kenya. Pharma Deal for East Africa: Gypto Pharma and Djibouti’s Bacha Group signed an MoU to strengthen pharmaceutical security and expand Egyptian medicine exports across the Horn and East Africa, including plans for direct supply and gradual localization. Red Sea Shipping Under Strain: Houthi forces claim they struck Saudi oil tanker “Wafaa” in the northern Red Sea with ballistic missiles, vowing escalation as attacks and rerouting continue to disrupt trade. US Visa Bond Hits Djibouti: The US made its refundable visa bond programme permanent, with Djibouti listed among affected countries; consular officers may require up to $20,000 for certain B1/B2 applicants. Italy-Djibouti Science Links: Italy is deepening cooperation with Djibouti on research, higher education and digital infrastructure under its Mattei Plan, including work tied to submarine telecom connectivity.