AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRed Sea & Hormuz Shipping Risk: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran violated a Strait of Hormuz memorandum by attacking commercial vessels, warning the US will keep striking to protect freedom of navigation while staying open to diplomacy. Military Escalation: CENTCOM reported an 11th straight night of US strikes on Iran, with Iran and regional allies trading attacks across Gulf states; Jordan’s Aqaba reported missile interceptions as Iran-linked attacks continued. Shipping Disruption Watch: Houthis threatened a naval blockade of Saudi Red Sea ports, with reports of tankers reversing course and route changes, adding pressure to already strained Red Sea and Hormuz transit. Cost & Inflation Pressure: The World Bank chief economist warned prolonged conflict could push global growth down to 1.3% and lift inflation, while oil hit about $95 as supply fears returned. Aviation & Regulation: Saudi Arabia’s GACA signed an agreement with Vertical Aerospace to advance air mobility certification and regulatory frameworks. Local Transport Impact: Philippines’ LTFRB said it will review petitions for a P10 fare hike tied to Middle East-driven fuel costs, while Manibela staged another nationwide strike. Energy Logistics: Turkey issued NAVTEX for seismic surveys tied to a planned gas pipeline linked to the occupied north.
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