AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoGCC Markets & Energy Mood: Kamco Invest says GCC equities slid in September, with the MSCI GCC index down 3.5% as Middle East tensions and attacks on Saudi oil facilities pushed crude to near four-month highs; Bahrain saw smaller declines while UAE markets rose. Aviation & Travel Disruption: EU aviation safety guidance urges airlines to avoid Saudi airspace after Houthi-linked attacks, and extends warnings affecting Gulf routes; in the UAE, flydubai suspended Tel Aviv services after a security incident and Iranian carrier flights were halted. Bahrain Infrastructure Push: A sewerage network contract in Jid Ali (Block 721) moved ahead, while Bahrain’s development committee reviewed wastewater upgrades, road safety works, used cooking oil sustainability, and compensation progress after Iranian attacks. Industrial & Corporate Updates: Alba held its Q3 board meeting, highlighting Prince Salman’s visit and progress on acquiring Aluminium Dunkerque. Digital Services: iGA enhanced its Personal Record Data Update Service, cutting steps and reducing the SLA by 25% for secondary graduates. Logistics & Security: Bahrain Defence Force hosted a GCC armed forces logistics and supply committee meeting focused on coordination and joint supply integration. Humanitarian Aid: RHF signed an agreement to fund priority medicines and medical supplies for Gaza’s health ministry, with focus on Gaza needs.
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