AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFrance-Overseas Mobility: France has published visa-waiver rules for entry to its overseas territories, with only one African country listed for conditional visa-free access—alongside standard exemptions for EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and holders of qualifying residence permits. Indian Ocean Security: India’s Project 18A would fund seven stealth frigates to shift the Indian Navy toward “blue-water” power, framed as a response to PLA Navy activity in the region. Diplomatic Reset in the Sahel: Algeria reopened airspace with Mali and both sides agreed to return ambassadors, ending a 15-month standoff tied to a drone incident. Reunion & Culture: France marked Bastille Day in Tanzania with “Afro Bastille,” spotlighting cultural ties and highlighting Réunion among France’s Indian Ocean links. Local Safety Debate: Nigeria’s Oyo State abduction case is back in the spotlight after a rescue, triggering renewed arguments over security failures and who should investigate.
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