AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGulf Shipping Under Strain: Another tanker was hit in the Strait of Hormuz as traffic thinned and crews abandoned vessels after projectile attacks, while US strikes continued to target Iran-linked maritime capabilities. Energy Prices: Oil hovered near recent highs as Iran–US tensions and Yemen’s Houthi Red Sea moves raised fresh supply fears, pushing Brent back toward $90. Oman Industry Benchmark: Jindal Steel Oman’s Sohar DRI plant set a new global high for 6.5-metre shaft furnace output, including a record month and a long uninterrupted run. Oman AI Push: Oman is moving from AI pilots to structured national rollout, with governance, digital capacity building, and the National Programme for AI and Advanced Digital Technologies driving adoption. Environment & Heritage: Oman climbed to 49th in the Environmental Performance Index and is also represented at UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee in Korea, focusing on conservation and climate-risk management. Oman Diplomacy: Oman and the Philippines prepare for a strategic forum on cooperation across technology, logistics, agriculture and fisheries. Oman–Niger Food Security Talks: Oman and Niger discussed expanding agriculture and water-resource cooperation using modern technologies and investment partnerships.
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