AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWorld Cup Travel Relief: The US has now waived costly visa bond requirements for eligible 2026 FIFA World Cup fans from Algeria, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Senegal and Tunisia—if they bought tickets and opted into FIFA’s PASS by April 15—though normal security checks still apply. Border Pressure in Europe: New Eurostat figures show EU/Schengen entry refusals jumped to 132,600 in 2025, with thousands of US, UK and Indian nationals among those turned away. Logistics Squeeze: Shipping troubles tied to the Strait of Hormuz are rippling into everyday life in Japan, including shortages affecting inks and even snack packaging. AFCON Build-Up: CAF will hold the AFCON 2027 qualifying draw in Cairo on Tuesday, setting groups for the East Africa co-hosted tournament. Tourism Watch: North Africa’s hotel pipeline keeps growing fast, while adventure travel interest rises in the Sahel and southern Sahara despite instability. Humanitarian Route: The “Sumud 2” aid convoy is pushing toward Gaza via Egypt’s Rafah crossing after inspections in Libya.
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