AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Iran Tensions: Fresh drone and missile exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz reignited fears for a fragile ceasefire, even as the US confirmed World Cup visas for Iranian players. Middle East Security: The US said it struck Iranian radar sites after intercepting drones, while Iran’s Revolutionary Guards reported missile attacks on “enemy bases,” with Kuwait and Bahrain on alert. Energy & Industry: Bangladesh’s industrial push is running into a “gas readiness” problem as demand outpaces supply and factories face uncertainty over when utilities will actually connect. Trade & Sanctions: Russia and Cuba formalized cancer vaccine cooperation, while Russia and Venezuela advanced a 2030 roadmap aimed at boosting bilateral trade despite US sanctions. Investment & Infrastructure: The US DFC approved a TRIPP Development Company to fund transport and connectivity projects tied to peace and supply-chain goals. Regulation & Markets: Malaysia’s Energy Commission is studying a 2027 regulatory sandbox to test energy technologies as it moves toward market liberalisation. Local Business Climate: Nigeria’s Ogun free-trade zone crackdown turned violent, with journalists assaulted during enforcement actions. AI & Policy: Trump floated the idea of the US government taking stakes in AI companies and sharing profits with Americans. Gold Outlook: Gold futures in Malaysia are expected to trade in a $4,400–$4,500 range next week on safe-haven demand tied to Fed rate expectations.
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