AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMiddle East Energy & Trade: Qatar warned that shutting Bab al-Mandab would be “catastrophic” for global shipping, as Houthi advances and attacks raise fears for Red Sea routes. Oil Markets: Brent was around $106.57 a barrel in early trading, down from the prior day, but still elevated as Middle East supply risks keep pressure on prices. Regional Diplomacy: Azerbaijan and Türkiye reviewed strategic cooperation, while analysts warned of disinformation targeting ties between the two amid the Israeli issue. Syria-Turkey Pivot: Syria said it is expanding economic and diplomatic ties with Türkiye, including infrastructure and trade, after talks in Damascus. Defense & Costs: A U.S. watchdog report said the Iran war exposed munitions shortfalls and bottlenecks, with evacuations shifting toward ground routes due to drone threats. Markets & Finance: Global trade faces “most serious and sustained” disruptions, the WTO warned, as investors weigh oil, bond yields, and AI-driven volatility. Business in the Gulf: Citi’s CEO met UAE leadership to reaffirm support for clients and AI-focused growth, while TCS partnered with DGCX to upgrade derivatives market infrastructure.
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