AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Disruption: Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is nearly at a standstill as US-Iran strikes enter a 10th straight night and Iran targets maritime-linked capabilities; Kpler data shows transits collapsing to just a few vessels, with no VLCCs or LNG tankers seen. Red Sea Escalation: Yemen’s Houthis have declared a naval blockade/maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, warning ships not to load or discharge at Saudi ports and threatening targeting “in any location,” raising fears of fresh pressure on Bab el-Mandeb, a key alternative to Hormuz. Aviation Hit: Dubai’s airline operations are down about half amid renewed conflict, with insurers and safety concerns extending suspensions even as Emirates adds capacity. Iraq Logistics & Finance: Iraq is seeking a temporary borrowing bill as Hormuz closures slash exports and strain public spending. Maritime Safety & Diplomacy: India summoned Russia over the MV Golden Leo attack that killed four Indians, underscoring rising risks to commercial shipping. Regional Trade Moves: Türkiye is pushing trade diplomacy via 125 high-level meetings in H1, while PepsiCo expands Iraq manufacturing with local partners.
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