AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMaritime Security & Trade: Kenya and the U.S. agreed to impose visa restrictions on people linked to illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, alongside a Ksh12.4bn maritime security commitment aimed at protecting ocean resources. Migration & Media Integrity: Journalists’ leaders from Comoros and other Eastern African countries backed a Mombasa Statement calling for ethical, fact-based reporting on migration and labour mobility, supported by the ILO and the UK’s FCDO. Connectivity Costs: New pricing data shows Comoros among the world’s most expensive fixed broadband markets, highlighting how island geography and limited competition keep subscription prices high. EU–Indian Ocean Economic Links: The EU is moving ahead with an upgraded trade deal with Comoros and other island states, extending beyond goods to services and investment, including easier access for EU financial services. Climate Resilience Funding: Comoros is set to benefit from an EU €100m regional programme to reduce risks from climate-induced displacement, with early warning and preparedness measures.
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