Djibouti sets up task force to cushion economic impact of Middle East conflict

Djibouti City, Djibouti, March 30, 2026 - The Djiboutian government has established an inter-ministerial task force to mitigate the economic fallout of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on the national economy. Officials said the task force will focus on limiting disruptions to key sectors, particularly maritime trade and fluctuations in hydrocarbon prices, which are critical to Djibouti’s economy. The initiative comes as global tensions continue to affect international shipping routes and energy markets, prompting authorities to take proactive measures to safeguard economic stability.