Comoros–Ethiopia Diplomacy: The Comoros ambassador in Ethiopia says both countries want to deepen cooperation via a planned joint commission, with priorities including trade, health, education, culture, tourism and civil aviation—boosted by Ethiopian Airlines’ air links and tied to preparations for the airline’s 10th anniversary service to Moroni. Russian Language Education in Mohéli: The COMRUSS platform and Mohéli’s ISTA signed an agreement to open a Russian language school, aiming to expand study opportunities and cultural exchanges for Comorian students. Clean Energy for Grande Comore, Anjouan and Mohéli: Three UAE-backed solar plants were inaugurated in Comoros, financed by the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development and delivered by Masdar and GSU, adding about 20MW of capacity plus battery storage to cut diesel dependence and supply clean electricity for thousands of households. Regional Security at Sea: Comoros joined a Multinational Maritime Defence Alliance focused on protecting shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea amid rising piracy and regional threats. Communications Regulation Exchange: Rwanda’s RURA delegation visited Tanzania’s TCRA to share best practices on regulating and developing the communications sector, reflecting wider regional cooperation on telecom oversight. Health Watch (Africa): WHO says dementia is rising across Africa, with major economic strain on families—an issue that also matters for Comoros as health systems plan for longer life expectancy. Travel Rules for Indian Ocean Visitors: A roundup notes Comoros offers visa-on-arrival access for eligible Nigerian passport holders for up to 45 days in 2026, highlighting ongoing travel facilitation in the region.