AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGulf Security Shock: Iran and the US traded fresh strikes across Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran claiming attacks on US-linked infrastructure and a tanker hit forcing crews to abandon ship as Houthis move to blockade Saudi routes—pushing oil back above $90 and raising risks for shipping and regional utilities. Kuwait Impact: Reports say Iranian attacks targeted Kuwait’s energy and desalination assets, underlining how water and power systems are becoming direct conflict targets. AI & Skills Push: Saudi Arabia is embedding AI literacy into its national strategy, framing workforce upskilling as a governance-ready path for Vision 2030—while the GCC is also watching AI governance frameworks. Healthcare Leadership: Novo Nordisk named Venkat Kalyan as General Manager for GCC operations, covering Kuwait among other markets, to expand chronic-disease partnerships and innovation. Oman Food Tech: Oman’s honey output hit a record 934,443 kg in 2025, with beekeeping and research infrastructure expanding. Crypto Power Crackdown: Malaysia seized 75,000 mining rigs in raids tied to electricity theft, highlighting the “grid war” behind energy-hungry tech.
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