AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMiddle East Conflict & Shipping: UN chief Guterres warned the UN General Assembly will be dominated by the Iran-Yemen crisis, with leaders focused on keeping chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb from spiraling further. Houthis & Red Sea Tensions: US officials met Houthi representatives in Muscat after the group seized territory around Bab al-Mandeb, with assurances they won’t target US-linked shipping—though analysts warn disruption risk remains. Energy Pressure: Oil prices held around $104 a barrel as investors tracked Middle East supply worries; the Strait of Hormuz and broader uncertainty continue to feed fuel-price anxiety. Regional Security Deals: Pakistan’s military media chief pledged Islamabad would defend Saudi Arabia “to any extent,” citing the 2025 strategic mutual defence agreement as Houthis intensify pressure. Local Economy Relief: Pakistan expanded its petrol relief scheme for older motorcycles and rickshaws, aiming to cushion households as fuel prices rise amid regional tensions. UAE Hospitality Growth: Ras Al Khaimah says nearly half of its hotel keys will be run by US brands, building on long partnerships with operators like Waldorf Astoria and Ritz-Carlton.
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