Refugee & migration pressure: Anglicans at ACC-19 discussed the scale of displacement (117.8 million people) and how misinformation is fueling polarisation—an issue that directly shapes how communities plan for visitors and displaced families. Somalia peace funding risk: The US says it will block UN funding for the AU peacekeeping mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), threatening logistics and medical support for troops that include Ethiopia. Ethiopia-linked US immigration shock: Reports say the Trump administration is moving to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for people from disaster/violence-hit countries, including Ethiopia—raising uncertainty for Ethiopian families abroad. Tourism spotlight in Ethiopia: Diplomats from 40+ countries visited Lalibela’s rock-hewn churches, as Ethiopia pushes cultural tourism and international recognition. Arba Minch growth: PM Abiy highlights Arba Minch’s development push, including the Kuriftu Resort project, as a tourism investment signal. Digital travel enabler: Ethiopia’s Fayda digital ID registrations surpass 46 million, with 165+ institutions integrated—aiming to make services and verification smoother for residents and visitors. Air connectivity: Ethiopian Airlines launched new passenger service to Lyon, expanding Europe-Africa links via Addis Ababa. Ethiopia tourism numbers: PM Abiy says Ethiopia welcomed 1.4 million foreign visitors in 2025/26, generating $5.2bn in foreign exchange. Wildlife tech for visitors: Ethiopia is validating a digital platform for protected areas (Bale Mountains, Senkele), using data to improve conservation and tourism planning. Travel event call: Applications are open for the Ecomondo International Press Tour 2026 (Nov 2–5).