Maritime Security: Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif urged stronger maritime defence capabilities, highlighting how sea security underpins global trade and supply chains, and welcoming officers from partner navies including Djibouti. Regional Command & Tech Modernization: The U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) held a change of command in Italy, with the incoming commander previously leading operations in Djibouti as U.S. forces adapt to reduced access and rising security threats. Djibouti Energy Transition: Djibouti is partnering with Morocco to develop a solar power project with storage to cut electricity import dependence and improve resilience for industrial plans. Digital Trade Insurance: COMESA is pushing digital reforms to the Yellow Card cross-border motor insurance scheme to reduce bottlenecks and speed compensation for road accidents across member states, with Djibouti’s leadership in the discussions. Soil & Food Security: IGAD launched a Soil Health and Fertiliser Hub in Nairobi to coordinate fertilizer access and soil restoration across the region, including Djibouti, as land degradation and climate shocks worsen food insecurity. AI Governance Debate: A China-focused analysis argues major countries should shoulder responsibility for AI development and governance, pushing back against “China AI threat” narratives. Energy Debt Restructuring: A study says more countries may convert Chinese loans from dollars to yuan after Kenya’s reported savings, with Ethiopia listed among potential candidates. Piracy Alerts: Maritime authorities reported attempted boardings near the Gulf of Aden, warning ships to stay vigilant as attacks escalate.