AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRegional Security: The US and Iran traded fresh blows as Trump said the interim ceasefire is “OVER,” while Washington demanded Iran publicly reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stop attacks on commercial ships; sirens were reported in Bahrain as missiles and drones targeted US-allied bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. Bahrain’s AI Push: Bahrain is betting big on AI, with officials pointing to digital infrastructure, telecom networks, and skills-building to support an AI-driven economy. UN Arbitration Reform: Bahrain-backed electronic arbitration reforms were unanimously adopted by UNCITRAL, making it easier to recognise and enforce e-awards worldwide. Diplomacy Watch: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to launch India’s UN Security Council campaign for 2028-29 after a Gulf tour that included Bahrain. Local Economy & Sports: Bahrain National Stadium’s investment tender drew one bid, while talks continue on bringing the Bahrain F1 Grand Prix back to the 2026 calendar if regional conditions improve. Fraud Crackdown: Interpol reported 5,811 arrests and $293m in illicit assets seized in a global anti-cyber fraud operation.
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