Maritime Security & Integrity: Guyana’s aviation minister Deodat Indar used a global maritime symposium in Antigua to stress stronger ship-registry controls and international cooperation to stop fraudulent vessel registrations—while encouraging legitimate operators to register under the Guyana flag. Regional Policy & Blue Economy: Kenya is finalizing its National Maritime Security Strategy after an IMO-backed workshop, with focus on inter-agency coordination, maritime awareness, coastal community roles, and new risks like cyber threats and underwater infrastructure. Visa Friction for African Travelers: Schengen visa denials are hitting Africans hardest, with Comoros reported at a 62.8% refusal rate in 2024 and an estimated €60m lost in non-refundable fees across the continent. Comoros in the Visa Pipeline: Mozambique’s 2026 eVisa list includes Comoros, and India’s 2026 e-Visa eligibility list also names Comoros—both pointing to easier online entry pathways for eligible travelers. Digital Finance in Comoros: MEXC, based in Mutsamudu, Comoros, promoted its July Proof of Reserves and TradFi/RWA expansion, highlighting overcollateralized crypto reserves and large TradFi perpetual futures volumes. Travel Rules Watch: The UK updated its visitor visa national list, keeping Comoros among countries needing advance entry clearance for short stays.