AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGulf Finance Friction: Saudi banks have reportedly blocked or delayed payments to UAE accounts since mid-May, with the central bank denying any direct country-specific restrictions—raising fresh alarm for cross-border business ties. Hormuz Energy Shock: Oil prices jumped to a four-week high as US-Iran hostilities resumed, with Trump proposing a 20% fee on Strait of Hormuz transits and a renewed US naval blockade—while Iran struck UAE tankers, killing a crew member and injuring others. Yemen Escalation: Houthis targeted Saudi Arabia’s Abha airport after Sanaa airport strikes, threatening to unravel a fragile truce as both sides trade blame. Saudi Insurance & Risk: Saudi Re bought a minority stake in London’s Ada Risk to deepen its Lloyd’s specialty underwriting footprint. Tech & Data for Growth: Intermap partnered with Saudi’s NSG UP42 to expand access to elevation intelligence, supporting infrastructure and planning. Cybersecurity Deal: AmiViz teamed up with Cyberhaven to roll out unified AI and data security across Saudi and the wider region. Tourism Signals: Saudi is tentatively easing its stance for LGBTQ visitors ahead of the 2034 World Cup, including a planned Jeddah cruise. Business Projects: KEC awarded a SAR118m contract for Riyadh Schools Complex works, while AtkinsRéalis secured Riyadh Metro and road infrastructure roles.
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