Madagascar Manufacturing & Agri-Industry: Enduma, based near Antananarivo, is running looms around the clock to produce Madagascar’s ubiquitous gony bags, with most turnover tied to peak agricultural seasons and demand from agri-food, mining, and materials industries. Food & Climate Risk: IFF says most of the world’s natural vanilla comes from Madagascar and warns that cyclones and drought are destabilizing supply, pushing the need for value-chain support for farmers. Trade & Supply Chains: Pure Trade, a “fabless” beauty-sector group founded in Paris, says it manages end-to-end product development with partner factories across Europe, China, Southeast Asia and India. EU Trade Policy: The EU reports that its trade agreements are boosting export growth and resilience, including gains in agri-food and machinery sectors. Climate Finance Pressure: New analysis highlights that climate aid is often delivered via loans, adding billions to poorest countries’ public debt each year. Energy Costs for Transport: Diesel price moves in East Africa are being tracked as a direct lever on freight and business operating costs. Governance & Social Stability: Madagascar’s Gen Z activists say they feel “betrayed” after a year of protests, alleging the new government repeats old tactics. Business Continuity: Workers at Sodiat in Antananarivo are seeking clarity on pay after the group’s owner was arrested abroad and a court-appointed administrator took over.