AGP Executive Report

Food Safety at Borders: FAO says Comoros is moving from reactive import checks to an evidence-driven system that targets the highest-risk shipments, aiming to better protect what people eat. Blue Economy & Ocean Conservation: Leaders at Monaco’s Blue Economy and Finance Forum urged bigger, sustainable investment in Africa’s blue economy, with coastal communities at the center of marine protection. Marine Biodiversity: A global ocean census reported 1,121 new species described in 2025, highlighting how much marine life remains unknown and why stronger conservation depends on better species knowledge. Environmental Cooperation: Saudi Arabia and Russia signed an MoU to expand work on vegetation cover, land degradation, sustainable forests, protected areas, waste management, and action against illegal trade in endangered wildlife. Maritime Pollution Oversight: The U.S. Coast Guard’s 2025 Port State Control report shows detentions for environmental, safety and security deficiencies fell to 77, with Comoros among flags removed from a targeted list.

Maritime Safety & Pollution Control: The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding (IOMOU) released its 2025 Port State Control annual report, flagging 5,958 inspections, 3,072 vessels with non-compliances, and 261 detentions—an uptick in enforcement aimed at cutting substandard shipping and protecting the marine environment. Food Safety at Borders: A new FAO-supported shift in Comoros import controls moves from reactive checks to an evidence-driven, risk-based approach, targeting higher-risk shipments to better protect what people eat. Marine Biodiversity: A global Ocean Census effort reported 1,121 new ocean species described in 2025, underscoring how much deep-sea life remains unknown—and why better classification matters for conservation. Environmental Cooperation: Saudi Arabia and Russia signed an MoU to expand work on land degradation, protected areas, waste management, monitoring, and action against illegal trade in endangered flora and fauna. Regional Health & Radiation Safety: A forum in Nairobi brought together health and regulatory leaders from across the region, including Comoros, to strengthen safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare. Trade & Customs Capacity: With WCO support, Customs officials from Nigeria and Comoros joined training to build national pools of experts on rules of origin—helping countries use trade agreements more compliantly.

Maritime Compliance: The U.S. Coast Guard’s 2025 Port State Control annual report shows 11,279 vessels made 76,351 port calls, with 8,999 inspections and 77 detentions for environmental, safety and security deficiencies—down from 82 in 2024. The overall detention rate fell to 0.85% (from 0.94%), and the flag administrations of the Bahamas, Comoros, Curacao, Italy and Latvia were removed from the targeted list. Food Safety at Borders: In Comoros, FAO supported a shift from reactive import gatekeeping to an evidence-driven system that targets the highest-risk shipments, after identifying gaps in import controls—aimed at protecting the cold chain and safer food reaching people. Blue Economy & Ocean Life: A regional push for stronger investment in Africa’s blue economy highlights coastal communities as the heart of ocean conservation, while a global ocean census reported 1,121 new species described in 2025—underscoring how much marine biodiversity remains unknown and unprotected. Digital Cooperation: Bahrain and Comoros signed MoUs under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning Initiative to strengthen eGovernment knowledge exchange and digital transformation.

Food Safety at the Border: FAO says Comoros is moving from reactive import checks to an evidence-driven system that targets the highest-risk shipments, aiming to protect the cold chain and reduce gaps in import controls. Public Health & Radiation Safety: Regional health regulators, including Comoros, met in Nairobi to strengthen safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare while boosting preparedness for emerging disease threats like Ebola. Marine Life & Conservation Gaps: A global ocean census reported 1,121 new species described in 2025, underscoring how much deep-sea biodiversity remains unknown and how that affects conservation planning. Blue Economy Financing: Conservation leaders urged faster investment in Africa’s blue economy, calling for stronger funding and coastal-community-led ocean protection. Digital Cooperation: Bahrain and Comoros signed MoUs under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning Initiative to share eGovernment expertise and support digital transformation. Environmental Cooperation: Saudi Arabia and Russia agreed to expand environmental protection work, including land degradation mitigation, protected areas, waste management, and action against illegal trade in endangered species.

Energy & Livelihoods: Deadly protests over high fuel prices in Kenya, Comoros and Mozambique underline how oil shocks can quickly turn into social crises, as the region depends heavily on imported refined petroleum and global price swings feed shortages and inflation. Food Safety at Borders: In Comoros, FAO support is helping shift import controls from reactive checks to evidence-driven screening, aiming to target the highest-risk shipments and protect the cold chain for imported foods. Marine Biodiversity: A global census effort reported 1,100+ new ocean species in 2025, highlighting how much deep-sea life remains unknown—and why better classification is key to meeting ocean protection goals. Blue Economy Finance: Conservation leaders at Monaco urged bigger, sustainable investment in Africa’s blue economy, arguing coastal communities must be central to ocean conservation to unlock jobs and livelihoods. Regional Health Security: A forum in Nairobi brought together health regulators from across the region, including Comoros, to strengthen safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare amid disease threats. Digital Cooperation: Bahrain and Comoros signed MoUs under a “digital twinning” initiative to exchange eGovernment know-how—an indirect boost for how environmental and public services can be delivered.

Food Safety at the Border: In Comoros, FAO helped shift import controls from reactive checks to an evidence-driven system that targets the highest-risk shipments—an approach meant to protect the cold chain and reduce unsafe food slipping through. Regional Health & Radiation Safety: Health regulators from across the region, including Comoros, met in Nairobi to strengthen public health systems and safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare, with Ebola preparedness and border surveillance highlighted. Marine Biodiversity Knowledge Gap: A global ocean census reported 1,121 new species described in 2025, underscoring how much deep-sea life remains unknown—key for meeting conservation goals. Blue Economy Investment Push: Conservation leaders urged faster investment in Africa’s blue economy, arguing coastal communities must be central to ocean protection to unlock jobs and livelihoods. Maritime Environment Oversight: The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding released its 2025 Port State Control annual report, tracking inspections, deficiencies, and detentions aimed at cutting substandard shipping impacts on the marine environment. Comoros Digital Cooperation: Bahrain and Comoros signed MoUs under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning initiative to exchange eGovernment know-how—supporting digital transformation that can also strengthen environmental service delivery.

Food Safety at the Border: FAO support is helping Comoros shift import controls from reactive checks to a structured, evidence-driven system that targets higher-risk shipments—aiming to better protect what people eat. Marine Life & Conservation: A global ocean census reported 1,121 new species described in 2025, underlining how much deep-sea biodiversity remains unknown and unprotected. Blue Economy Investment: Conservation leaders at Monaco urged faster, better-funded ocean conservation that puts coastal communities first, arguing Africa’s marine ecosystems can drive jobs and growth if managed sustainably. Regional Maritime Oversight: The Indian Ocean MoU’s 2025 Port State Control annual report shows more inspections and detentions, with continued focus on cutting substandard shipping that harms the marine environment. Health, Safety & Radiation Use: A regional forum in Nairobi—including Comoros—discussed safer public health systems and the controlled use of nuclear and radiation technologies, amid emerging disease threats. Digital Governance (Indirect Environment Link): Bahrain and Comoros signed a “digital twinning” MoU to strengthen eGovernment—potentially improving how environmental services and monitoring data get delivered.

Food Safety at the Border: FAO says Comoros is moving from reactive import checks to a more evidence-driven system, targeting higher-risk shipments to better protect food safety. Marine Biodiversity Knowledge Gap: A global ocean census reported 1,121 new species described in 2025, underscoring how much deep-sea life remains unknown and unprotected. Regional Public Health & Radiation Use: Health regulators from across the region, including Comoros, met in Nairobi to discuss safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare as countries prepare for emerging disease threats. Environmental Cooperation Deal: Saudi Arabia and Russia signed an MoU to expand work on vegetation cover, land degradation, protected areas, waste management, and action against illegal trade in endangered flora and fauna. Blue Economy Investment Push: Conservation leaders urged faster investment in Africa’s blue economy, arguing coastal communities must be at the center of ocean protection to unlock jobs and growth. Maritime Environment Oversight: The Indian Ocean Port State Control annual report for 2025 highlights more inspections and detentions aimed at cutting substandard shipping that harms the marine environment. Digital Government Twinning (Comoros): Bahrain and Comoros signed an MoU under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning initiative to share eGovernment know-how—supporting digital transformation that can strengthen public services.

Food Safety at Borders: FAO says Comoros is shifting import controls from reactive checks to a structured, evidence-driven system that targets higher-risk shipments—aimed at protecting the cold chain and reducing gaps in how imported food is monitored. Marine Biodiversity Census: A global effort reported 1,121 new ocean species described in 2025, underscoring how much deep-sea life remains unknown and why better classification is key for meeting ocean protection goals. Regional Health & Radiation Safety: Ministers and regulators from across the region, including Comoros, met in Nairobi to strengthen public health systems and the safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare. Blue Economy Push: Conservation leaders at Monaco’s blue economy forum urged bigger, better-financed ocean conservation that puts coastal communities first—linking healthy ecosystems to jobs, fisheries, tourism, and food security. Comoros Digital Cooperation: Bahrain and Comoros signed a MoU under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning initiative to share eGovernment expertise and support digital transformation.

Food Safety at the Border: FAO says Comoros is moving from reactive import checks to an evidence-driven system that targets higher-risk shipments, aiming to better protect the cold chain and reduce unsafe food entering the islands. Marine Life Discovery: A global Ocean Census reported 1,121 new species described in 2025, underlining how much deep-sea biodiversity remains unknown—and why stronger protection depends on better species knowledge. Regional Health & Nuclear Safety: Health regulators from across East and Southern Africa, including Comoros, met in Nairobi to strengthen safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare as countries prepare for emerging disease threats. Digital Government Cooperation: Bahrain and Comoros signed a MoU under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning initiative to share eGovernment expertise and support digital transformation. Environmental Cooperation Deal: Saudi Arabia and Russia agreed to expand environmental protection work, including land degradation mitigation, protected areas management, monitoring, waste management, and action against illegal trade in endangered species. Maritime Security Pressure: Ukraine accused Russia of drone attacks on ships in the Black Sea corridor, including a vessel flying the Comoros flag, raising risks for international shipping tied to food exports.

Food Safety at Borders: FAO says Comoros is moving from reactive checks to an evidence-driven system for imported food, targeting higher-risk shipments after gaps were found in import controls. Public Health & Radiation Safety: Regional health officials met in Nairobi, including Comoros, to discuss how to use nuclear and radiation technologies safely in healthcare while strengthening preparedness for outbreaks like Ebola. Maritime Environment Oversight: The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding (IOMOU) released its 2025 Port State Control annual report, highlighting more inspections and detentions tied to substandard shipping and marine-environment protection. Digital Government Cooperation: Bahrain and Comoros signed MoUs under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning initiative to share eGovernment know-how and support digital transformation. Shipping Security in the Black Sea: Ukraine accused Russia of drone strikes on foreign-flagged merchant vessels, including a Comoros-flagged ship, raising fresh concerns for safer sea routes tied to global food trade.

Food Safety at the Border: FAO says Comoros is tightening imported-food controls after finding gaps in how inspections work, shifting from reactive gatekeeping to an evidence-driven approach that targets higher-risk shipments—an effort led by sanitary inspectors at entry points. Digital Government Cooperation: Bahrain and the Union of the Comoros signed MoUs under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning Initiative to share eGovernment know-how, support digital transformation, and run joint advisory and service-simulation work. Marine Environment Oversight: The Indian Ocean Port State Control (PSC) annual report for 2025 highlights more inspections and detentions aimed at cutting substandard shipping and protecting the marine environment. Shipping Safety in the Region: Ukraine accused Russia of drone strikes on foreign-flagged vessels in the Black Sea corridor, with one ship reportedly flying the Comoros flag—raising fresh concerns for maritime safety tied to global food flows.

Maritime Safety & Environment: Ukraine accused Russia of drone attacks on three merchant vessels in the Black Sea export corridor, with ships flying the flags of Vanuatu, the Comoros, and Panama—fires reportedly broke out and the Ukrainian navy said one strike injured crew and triggered an evacuation, raising fresh concerns for the safety of routes tied to food and trade. Digital Government Cooperation: Bahrain’s Information & eGovernment Authority signed a MoU with the Union of the Comoros’ National Digital Development Agency under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning Initiative, aiming to share eGovernment expertise and support Comoros’ digital transformation. Regional Maritime Oversight: The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding (IOMOU) released its 2025 Port State Control annual report, highlighting increased inspections and enforcement actions meant to reduce substandard shipping and protect the marine environment. Conservation & Coastal Protection: Saadiyat Beach in Abu Dhabi was ranked among the world’s best beaches for 2026, with organisers citing conservation work including protection of endangered hawksbill turtles and the surrounding protected marine ecosystem. Development Finance Link to Comoros: A Saudi development fund update noted international tenders that include construction and outfitting of the National Blood Transfusion Center in the Comoros, tying external financing to health infrastructure.

Digital Governance: Bahrain’s Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) signed a MoU with the Union of the Comoros’ National Digital Development Agency (ANADEN) under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning Initiative, aiming to share eGovernment know-how and support Comoros’ digital transformation. Marine Safety & Environment: The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control (IOMOU) released its 2025 annual report, citing 5,958 inspections (+11.68%), 3,072 vessels with non-compliances, and 261 detentions—framing stronger oversight as key to protecting the marine environment and seafarer welfare. Climate & Health: A new study warns climate change could expand chikungunya into temperate regions by 2100, as Aedes mosquito habitats grow—raising future public health risks for places currently free of local transmission. Food & Shipping Security: Ukraine accused Russia of drone attacks on foreign-flagged merchant vessels in the Black Sea export corridor, including a Comoros-flagged ship, with fires reported—highlighting ongoing threats to maritime routes tied to regional food supplies. SIDS Innovation: The FAO and partners are accepting applications for the Global AgriInno Challenge 2026, reserving finalist spots for small island developing states including Comoros, to spur agrifood solutions suited to island climate and food security pressures.

Digital Government Cooperation: Bahrain’s Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) signed a MoU with the Union of the Comoros’ National Digital Development Agency (ANADEN) under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning Initiative, aiming to share eGovernment expertise and support Comoros’ digital transformation. Maritime Safety & Environment: The Indian Ocean Memorandum of Understanding (IOMOU) on Port State Control released its 2025 Annual Report, showing 5,958 regional inspections (+11.68% vs 2024), 3,072 vessels with non-compliances, 13,962 deficiencies recorded, and 261 detentions—highlighting ongoing pressure to curb substandard shipping that harms the marine environment. Climate & Health Risk: A new study warns chikungunya could expand into temperate regions by 2100 as climate change widens suitable habitat for Aedes mosquitoes, raising the odds of new outbreaks beyond today’s tropical risk zones. SIDS Agrifood Innovation: The FAO-backed Global AgriInno Challenge 2026 is accepting applications for agrifood solutions in Small Island Developing States, with Comoros among the eligible SIDS and reserved finalist spots aimed at boosting climate-resilient food systems.

Digital Governance: Bahrain and the Union of the Comoros signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost digital government cooperation, including knowledge exchange and digital transformation under Bahrain’s Global Digital Twinning Initiative for eGovernment Excellence. Maritime Security: France’s Navy seized a Russia-linked oil tanker in the Atlantic, underscoring tighter enforcement against sanctions-busting “shadow fleet” operations. Public Health & Climate: New research warns chikungunya could expand into temperate regions by 2100 as climate change widens suitable conditions for Aedes mosquitoes, raising future outbreak risks for parts of Europe and North America. SIDS Innovation: The Global AgriInno Challenge 2026 is calling for agrifood innovators targeting Small Island Developing States, with Comoros among the eligible SIDS and reserved finalist slots. Shipping & Food Security: Ukraine accused Russia of drone strikes on foreign-flagged merchant vessels in the Black Sea corridor, including a Comoros-flagged ship, highlighting ongoing risks to regional trade and food routes.