AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoF1 & Bahrain-Linked Sports: Bahrain’s F1 weekend in Malaysia drew a record 261,000 spectators at Sepang, with 103,000 attending on race day, as the Kingdom’s event returned after geopolitical disruption. Royal & Government Updates: HRH Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman chaired the weekly Cabinet, congratulating King Hamad on the successful 2026 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia and highlighting the opening of Bahrain’s embassy in Kuala Lumpur to strengthen ties. FIA Scrutiny: The FIA promised a full investigation after software glitches caused cars to lose power during Bahrain GP formation laps, forcing an aborted start and sparking driver anger over the “Lego race” chaos. Bahrain Security Court Ruling: Bahrain’s Court of Cassation rejected appeals in Iran-related cases involving social media posts, restricted-location photos, and alleged promotion of attacks, with prison terms upheld. Golden Residency Rule: Bahrain set the Golden Residency salary benchmark: professionals must earn a basic monthly salary above BHD 2,000 for at least five years, with Social Insurance registration throughout. Regional Markets: GCC bourses edged up as energy fears eased and Fed hike expectations cooled, while Middle East tensions continued.
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