Maritime & Connectivity: Somalia’s National Communications Authority and the IFC launched a technical working group to strengthen submarine cable landing resilience, aiming to support internet access and digital growth. Transport & Trade: Somalia’s Ministry of Public Works signed feasibility and design studies for the Galkayo–Hobyo highway, starting with the 100km Galkayo–Elguula segment, with surveys, engineering design, and tender prep. Security at Sea: Somali pirates threatened to execute an Egyptian and Indian crew over ransom delays, with families saying wire-transfer issues stalled negotiations. Health Systems: A Somalia-focused AMR update highlights surveillance gaps and stewardship barriers, stressing “One Health” priorities amid conflict and supply disruptions. Regional Food & Soil: IGAD inaugurated a Soil Health and Fertiliser Hub in Nairobi to coordinate soil restoration, fertilizer access, and advisory support across the region, including Somalia. Ocean Finance: The Our Ocean Conference in Kenya secured $6.4bn in pledges for marine protection, fisheries monitoring, and blue-economy projects—an indirect boost for coastal industries. Defense Cooperation: Somali Army Logistics Command met Turkey’s TURKSOM Training School to improve training quality and professional development for security forces. Diplomacy Shock: Somaliland’s president returned to a hero’s welcome in Hargeisa after an Israel visit that opened its first embassy abroad in Jerusalem, intensifying debate across Somalia and the Horn.