Ethiopia–Djibouti Trade Facilitation: Ethiopia and Djibouti agreed a joint roadmap to operationalise the Galafi One-Stop Border Post, aiming for single-window clearance to cut delays and duplication along the Ethiopia–Djibouti corridor that carries most of Ethiopia’s trade. Telecom & Digital Economy: Ethio Telecom reported 215.8 billion birr in total revenue for the just-ended fiscal year, up 33.2%, alongside growth in subscribers and 4G/5G expansion—an update that matters as Ethiopia moves toward telecom liberalisation and potential privatisation. Diplomacy & Regional Ties: Deputy PM Temesgen Tiruneh met Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama on the sidelines of an AU emergency health summit, reaffirming cooperation and highlighting preparations for the Tana Forum. Nile/GERD Pressure: Sudan’s receding Nile waters are reviving the GERD debate, with renewed downstream concern over Ethiopia’s unilateral operations and data-sharing. Ethiopia’s Political Tensions: Opposition figures accuse the Abiy government of steering Tigray toward renewed conflict, warning the 2022 Pretoria peace deal is under strain amid election-related uncertainty. International Economic Links: Russia–Ethiopia trade is described as growing steadily, while a Russian-Ethiopian intergovernmental commission meeting and business forum are expected in late 2026. Immigration Numbers: Ethiopia’s immigration service says it issued over 1.04 million visas in the fiscal year ended July 7, citing digital upgrades and expanded visa services.