AGP Executive Report

Passport Mobility: India’s Henley Passport Index score is 56, letting holders enter 56 destinations visa-free, though major powers like the US, UK and much of Europe still require visas; the ranking shifts as countries revise visa rules and border trust. Crypto Payments: Bitget Wallet launched its self-custodial Bitget Wallet Card in South Asia, enabling top-ups with USDT/USDC and global spending via Mastercard, with up to 3% cashback (monthly capped). Maritime & Sanctions: Iran’s claim that a “foreign” ship ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz is disputed; reporting says the vessel (Arista) is linked to sanctioned Iranian oil magnate Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani and may have been stuck since March, with a Comoros false-flag element. Comoros Science: New research on the Comoros–Mayotte region and the Fani Maoré volcano points to surviving Hadean mantle materials, including bridgmanite, deep in Earth’s interior. Regional Diplomacy: Russia says it will open diplomatic missions in Gambia, Liberia, Togo and the Union of Comoros, as trade ties with Africa continue to expand. Business & Skills: GTTCI hosted a 3rd MSME Connect forum in New Delhi with Comoros among participating ambassadors, aiming to strengthen global partnerships for small businesses.

Crypto & Payments: Bitget Wallet launched the Bitget Wallet Card in South Asia, its first rollout there, letting users top up with USDT/USDC and spend globally via Mastercard, with up to 3% cashback (subject to a monthly limit). Maritime & Sanctions: A ship reported “grounded” in the Strait of Hormuz is said to be the Comoros-flagged container vessel Arista, allegedly tied to sanctioned Iranian oil shipping magnate Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, raising fresh questions about false flags and shadow-fleet operations. Comoros Science & Geology: New research on the Comoros archipelago and Mayotte’s submarine volcano Fani Maoré points to surviving Hadean mantle materials, including bridgmanite, offering a rare look at Earth’s earliest deep-mantle history. Diplomacy & Regional Links: Russia says it will open diplomatic missions in The Gambia, Liberia, Togo and the Union of Comoros, as part of expanding its Africa presence. Health & Society (Regional): Tanzania’s president ordered researchers to investigate rising childhood cancers and heart diseases, while inaugurating a new radiotherapy unit at KCMC.

Earth Science: A new study on the Comoros–Mayotte area reports surviving Hadean mantle materials, including bridgmanite, preserved deep beneath the ocean—using samples from the Fani Maoré submarine volcano and high-precision isotope work. Diplomacy & Trade: Russia says it will deepen economic ties with Africa and plans new diplomatic missions in The Gambia, Liberia, Togo, and the Union of Comoros. Health: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan orders research into rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, as a new radiotherapy centre opens in Moshi. Regional Business & Tech: A forum in India brought 250+ delegates from 20+ countries to connect MSMEs globally, with Comoros among attending ambassadors. Global Context: The Suez Canal Authority reports FY2025/26 revenues near $4.7 billion as traffic and tonnage rebound.

Fertility Divide: A new global snapshot shows countries split above and below the UN replacement fertility level of 2.1, with Comoros listed among nations with higher-than-replacement fertility—raising long-term questions for labor, aging, and migration. MSME Diplomacy: Over 250 delegates from 20+ countries met in New Delhi for GTTCI’s 3rd MSME Connect forum, with ambassadors including Comoros discussing partnerships to back small businesses through diplomacy, innovation, and sustainable development. Tech and AI Exposure: Nearly 40 envoys from 27 countries visited China’s Hubei, touring humanoid robotics and AI demonstrations—highlighting how automation is spreading across industries. Russia-Africa Outreach: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Russia will deepen trade with Africa and open diplomatic missions in The Gambia, Liberia, Togo, and the Union of Comoros. Health Focus: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered research into rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, while inaugurating a new radiotherapy centre to expand access to treatment. Ocean Commitments: The Our Ocean Conference in Kenya ended with $6.4bn in mobilized pledges, including marine protection, fisheries monitoring, and steps to curb illegal fishing.

AI & Robotics Diplomacy: Nearly 40 envoys from 27 countries visited China’s Hubei, seeing humanoid robots, VR demonstrations and AI-driven industry advances, including flexible sensing tech used in humanoid robots. Russia-Africa Outreach: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Russia will deepen trade and economic ties with Africa and plans new diplomatic missions in The Gambia, Liberia, Togo and the Union of Comoros. Women’s Football & Resilience: Sudan’s U-17 girls team returned to international qualifiers in Morocco after war disruptions, facing heavy defeats including against Comoros, as the squad tries to keep soccer dreams alive. Ocean Commitments in Kenya: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa ended with 320 commitments and about $6.4bn mobilised for marine protection, fisheries monitoring, climate finance and tackling illegal fishing. Health Research Push (Tanzania): President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered researchers to investigate rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases and backed expanded radiotherapy access via a new KCMC unit. Internet & Connectivity Watch: A global ranking highlights huge gaps in broadband affordability and availability, with island markets often among the most expensive.

Russia–Comoros Diplomacy: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Russia plans to open diplomatic missions in The Gambia, Liberia, Togo and the Union of Comoros soon, as part of a push to deepen trade and investment ties with Africa. Maritime Trade Watch: The Suez Canal Authority reports fiscal 2025/26 revenues nearing $4.7 billion, citing higher traffic and tonnage as shipping activity gradually recovers after Red Sea disruptions. Sports & Youth: Sudan’s under-17 girls’ team, including players who fled war, faced heavy defeats against Comoros in Morocco as they try to keep women’s football dreams alive amid wider social and sporting challenges. Local Business/Finance: DuraMarkets announced instant withdrawals for CFD and Forex traders, promising access to funds within about one hour (up to $2,500). Blue Economy & Conservation: The Our Ocean Conference in Kenya ended with $6.4 billion in pledges and hundreds of commitments on marine protection, fisheries monitoring and climate-resilient coral reefs. Health Focus (Region): Tanzania’s president ordered researchers to investigate rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, alongside expanding radiotherapy access. Comoros Connection in Tech/Trade: A global report notes Comoros is among countries represented in international delegations exploring AI and robotics in China’s Hubei province.

Sudan Women’s Football Breakthrough: Sudan’s under-17 girls team made a rare international appearance since the civil war, playing qualifying matches in Casablanca against Comoros and suffering heavy defeats, but the players say the chance to compete is a major step forward. Comoros vs. the Region in Sports: The Comoros matches were a key part of Sudan’s qualifiers, underscoring how regional football is shaping opportunities for young women. Maritime Trade Watch: The Suez Canal Authority reported revenues nearing $4.7 billion for 2025/26, with traffic and tonnage rising as shipping routes recover from Red Sea disruptions. Ocean Commitments in Kenya: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa ended with $6.4 billion in pledges and hundreds of commitments on marine protection, fisheries monitoring, and tackling illegal fishing. Health Focus in East Africa: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered research into rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases while inaugurating a new radiotherapy centre. Tech and Diplomacy: China hosted envoys including Comoros representatives to showcase AI and humanoid robotics in Hubei. Local Youth Opportunity: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa opened applications for a 2026 internship programme for diploma and degree students. Internet Access Snapshot: A global ranking highlighted big gaps in broadband prices, with island markets often among the most expensive.

Sudan Women’s Football: Sudan’s under-17 girls made a rare return to international women’s soccer, playing qualifying matches in Casablanca after years of civil war disruption; they faced heavy defeats against Comoros but still marked a historic milestone for girls’ sport. Finance & Trading: DuraMarkets announced instant withdrawals for CFD and Forex traders, promising requests processed in about one hour (up to $2,500) on supported crypto networks. Maritime Trade: The Suez Canal Authority reported fiscal 2025/26 revenues nearing $4.7bn, with traffic up about 10% and tonnage up 22% as Red Sea disruptions ease. Tech Diplomacy: Envoys visiting China’s Hubei explored how AI and humanoid robotics are reshaping industry, including humanoid “electronic skin” technology. Health Research Push: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered researchers to investigate rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, as a new radiotherapy centre opens. Ocean Commitments: Kenya’s Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa ended with $6.4bn in pledges, including marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, and action on illegal fishing. Media Standards: Journalists from Comoros and other Eastern African states backed fact-based, ethical reporting on migration and labour mobility in a Mombasa forum.

Maritime Economy: The Suez Canal Authority says fiscal year 2025/26 revenues are nearing $4.7bn, driven by a ~10% rise in vessel traffic and a 22% jump in tonnage as Red Sea tensions ease. Tech & Diplomacy: A Comoros delegation joined envoys visiting Hubei, China, to see how AI and humanoid robotics are being used across industries. Health: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered research into rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, while inaugurating a new radiotherapy centre to expand access. Ocean & Environment: Kenya’s Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa mobilised $6.4bn in commitments, with attention on marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, and action against illegal fishing. Regional Media: Journalists from Eastern Africa, including Comoros, pledged ethical, fact-based reporting on migration after adopting the Mombasa Statement. Sports: Sudan’s under-17 women’s team returned to international football in Morocco after war, facing heavy defeats including against Comoros.

Tech & Diplomacy: Nearly 40 envoys from 27 countries visited Wuhan, Hubei, to see how AI and humanoid robotics are moving into real industries, including humanoid “electronic skin” sensing tech. Sports & Regional Interest: The Republic of Congo is turning to veteran coach Claude Le Roy as both national team head coach and sporting consultant, aiming to qualify for AFCON 2027. Education & Jobs: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa opened applications for its 2026 internship for diploma and degree students, offering a three-month, project-based programme. Ocean Commitments: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa wrapped up with $6.4bn in pledges, including marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, and action on illegal fishing. Media & Migration: Journalists from Comoros and across Eastern Africa backed the Mombasa Statement to strengthen ethical, fact-based reporting on migration and labour mobility. Health Focus: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered research into rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, alongside expanding radiotherapy access. Connectivity Watch (Comoros): A global broadband pricing ranking puts Comoros among the world’s costlier fixed internet markets at about $175/month.

AI & Robotics Diplomacy: Nearly 40 envoys from 27 countries visited China’s Hubei province, seeing humanoid robots and AI tech in action, including humanoid “electronic skin” sensing technology. Sports & Reconstruction: The Republic of Congo is bringing back coach Claude Le Roy as both national team head coach and sporting consultant, aiming to revive results and qualify for AFCON 2027. Ocean Commitments in Africa: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa wrapped up with $6.4bn in voluntary pledges, including marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, and action on illegal fishing. Regional Media Standards: Journalists’ leaders from Eastern Africa, including Comoros, backed the Mombasa Statement to push ethical, fact-based reporting on migration and labour mobility. Internet Costs Watch: A global pricing ranking puts Comoros among the world’s most expensive fixed broadband markets, at about $175.12 per month, highlighting how geography and infrastructure costs can drive prices.

Tech & Diplomacy: Nearly 40 envoys from 27 countries visited Wuhan, Hubei, to see how AI and humanoid robotics are being used in real industries, including humanoid “electronic skin” tech. Youth & Jobs: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa opened applications for a 2026 three-month internship for diploma and degree students, offering project work and mentorship. Media & Migration: Journalists from Comoros and other Eastern African countries backed the Mombasa Statement, pledging ethical, fact-based reporting on migration and labour mobility. Health: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered researchers to investigate rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, while inaugurating a new radiotherapy centre to expand access. Internet Costs (Comoros): A global pricing ranking puts Comoros among the world’s priciest fixed broadband markets, highlighting how island geography can drive telecom costs. Ocean Commitments: Kenya’s Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa ended with $6.4bn in pledges and hundreds of commitments on marine protection, fisheries, and pollution. Sports: Sudan’s under-17 women’s team returned to international football in Morocco after war disruptions, facing heavy defeats including against Comoros.

Diplomacy: Türkiye and Slovenia reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral ties, pointing to a strategic partnership launched in 2011 and extended with a 2024-2026 action plan. Ocean & Blue Economy: The Our Ocean Conference in Kenya wrapped up with $6.4bn in voluntary pledges, including marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, climate finance and action against illegal fishing. Maritime Security & Sanctions: A proposed EU 21st Russia sanctions package would expand pressure beyond sanctioned “shadow fleet” vessels to the service providers that enable them, including bunkering operators. Public Health: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered research into rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, while inaugurating a new radiotherapy centre to decentralize treatment. Media & Migration: Journalists from Comoros and other Eastern African countries backed the Mombasa Statement, pledging more ethical, fact-based reporting on migration and labour mobility. Connectivity Costs: A global ranking puts Comoros among the world’s most expensive fixed broadband markets, highlighting how geography and limited competition can drive prices.

Ocean diplomacy: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa wrapped up with $6.4bn in voluntary commitments, including marine protected areas, fisheries monitoring, climate finance and blue-economy projects, while observers urged faster follow-through. Maritime security & sanctions: A report details Russia’s “dark fleet” using forged flags and weak insurance to evade sanctions, with Africa increasingly becoming a key operating area. Regional media: Journalists’ leaders from Comoros and other Eastern African countries backed the Mombasa Statement to strengthen ethical, fact-based migration reporting and fight misinformation. Health: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered research into rising childhood cancers and heart disease, alongside a new radiotherapy centre to expand access. Connectivity costs: A global ranking puts Comoros among the world’s most expensive fixed broadband markets, highlighting how geography and infrastructure drive prices. Comoros in international ties: Azerbaijan and the Union of the Comoros discussed boosting cooperation in multilateral forums and planning for the 2027 OIC summit.

EU Sanctions Watch: The European Commission has proposed its 21st Russia sanctions package, with a major shift: not only shadow-fleet vessels, but also the service providers that help them operate—like bunkering operators—would face wider compliance checks. Connectivity & Cost of Living Online: A new global ranking puts Comoros among the world’s priciest fixed broadband markets, highlighting how geography and limited competition can keep internet costs high. Sports & Regional Football: Sudan’s under-17 women’s team returned to international competition in Morocco, but suffered heavy defeats against Comoros in qualifiers. Migration Reporting: Journalists from across Eastern Africa, including Comoros, backed a Mombasa statement calling for ethical, fact-based coverage of migration and labour mobility. Comoros in International Diplomacy: Azerbaijan and the Union of the Comoros discussed strengthening ties through international organizations and upcoming cooperation under the OIC framework. Blue Economy Support: The ReSea project handed over productive equipment for coastal livelihoods, including seaweed farming and sardine processing, as part of community-led marine resilience efforts.

Child Health Probe: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered researchers to investigate rising childhood cancer and heart disease cases, urging deeper scientific work and international collaboration as a new radiotherapy centre opens in Moshi. Ocean Policy: The Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa ended with hundreds of voluntary commitments, including calls to pause deep-sea mining, protect climate-resilient coral reefs and tackle illegal fishing—though observers say pledges must now be backed by action. Migration Media Standards: Journalists’ leaders from Comoros and across Eastern Africa adopted the Mombasa Statement to push ethical, fact-based reporting on migration and labour mobility, aiming to reduce misinformation and unsafe journeys. Internet Costs in Comoros: New global pricing data ranks Comoros among the world’s most expensive fixed broadband markets, highlighting how island geography and limited competition keep prices high. Diplomacy: Azerbaijan and the Union of the Comoros discussed strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation in international forums, including plans around the OIC Summit in 2027.