AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoIran-Hormuz Diplomacy: Trump says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz may be close, but Iran insists any arrangement must preserve some control, keeping shipping and oil risk elevated. US Sanctions Push: Washington expands Iran-related sanctions, targeting banks, exchange houses and crypto channels tied to Tehran’s shadow finance and IRGC-linked flows. Regional Security Pact: Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan sign the “Mecca Joint Defence Agreement,” treating an attack on one as an attack on all, while Iran dismisses it as “paper” security. Energy Trade Workarounds: Iraq and Türkiye agree a one-year oil pipeline deal to move crude via Kirkuk-Ceyhan as Strait shipments stay erratic. Markets & Business Impact: Middle East tensions weigh on Pakistan’s PSX, while oil volatility continues as investors watch for any Hormuz breakthrough. Israel-India Ties: Netanyahu says India-Israel cooperation will strengthen after Modi’s call, with West Asia developments on the agenda. World Bank Syria Finance: The World Bank approves a $100m grant to modernize Syria’s financial sector and expand digital payments.
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