AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoYemen Crisis & Red Sea Shipping: Iran FM Abbas Araghchi said there is “no military solution” to Yemen and urged dialogue as Saudi-Houthi fighting flares again, while the UN chief warned renewed Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping could widen regional escalation and threaten freedom of navigation. Saudi Missile Defense: Saudi Arabia intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen targeting oil refineries in Yanbu, with Greek-operated Patriot systems involved; civil defense later said the danger had passed. Coalition Strikes in Hodeidah: The Saudi-led coalition said it carried out proportionate strikes on Houthi military targets in Al-Hudaydah, insisting ports remain open for navigation even as Houthis vow retaliation. Gulf Maritime Incidents: UKMTO reported an incident involving a tanker and military forces in the Gulf of Oman, urging heightened awareness as tensions around key chokepoints persist. UAE-Canada Trade: The UAE and Canada concluded CEPA talks, aiming to cut trade barriers and expand cooperation across energy, tech, aviation, and critical minerals. Qatar Business Links: Qatar Chamber signed an MoU with Portugal’s industrial association to boost investment, trade delegations, and company branch setups. Oman Economy & AI: Oman reported broad money growth to OMR28.6bn and joined a global AI governance body, signaling a push for a knowledge-based digital economy.
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