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Last update: 11 hours agoRussia-Africa Diplomacy: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Moscow will open new diplomatic missions in The Gambia, Liberia, Togo and the Union of the Comoros, as it rebuilds ties on the continent amid sanctions and fuel shortages. Maritime Risk for Trade: Iran’s claims about a ship grounding in the Strait of Hormuz are being challenged by shipping trackers, with reporting saying the vessel (Arista) has been stuck since March and is linked to a sanctioned Iranian oil network—raising fresh uncertainty for shipping routes that matter to regional commerce. Comoros in the Spotlight: The Arista case is described as Comoros-flagged, while separate coverage also notes Comoros’ role in regional diplomacy and international engagement, including participation in global forums. Digital Payments Push: Bitget Wallet launched a Mastercard-linked crypto card in South Asia, enabling USDT/USDC top-ups and global spending—another sign of fast-growing cross-border payment demand. Water & Growth Pressure: A new global map highlights extreme water stress in multiple countries, underscoring the resource pressures that can shape food, industry and investment decisions across the region. MSME Networking: A global MSME Connect forum in India drew 250+ delegates from 20+ countries, with Comoros among the diplomatic participants.
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