AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Flashpoint: The US struck Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island, Iran’s IRGC said it killed and wounded fighters and civilians, and Tehran retaliated with missile attacks on US bases in Jordan—raising fresh risk for shipping and energy flows. Sanctions Push: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington will intensify “Operation Economic Outcast,” with weekly secondary sanctions likely to target banks and other intermediaries tied to Iranian finance. Banque Misr Fallout: The UAE central bank launched an urgent probe into Banque Misr’s UAE operations after US action over alleged Iran links, while the bank said it will keep operating and cooperate. Makkah Defence Pact: Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will hold their first trilateral committee meeting in Istanbul under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, aiming to coordinate deterrence and defence industry cooperation. Syria Trade Signal: Damascus International Fair returned with “Syria Shines Again,” spotlighting renewed economic engagement and B2B/B2G dealmaking. Egypt Business & Finance: IFC committed about $3.21bn to Egypt between 2015-2025, with growing focus on power and financial inclusion. Regional Disruption: A ferry capsized off Turkish-occupied Northern Cyprus; search and rescue is underway.
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