AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Diplomacy: Iran says the Strait will not reopen unless the US lifts its naval blockade, sanctions and military presence, unfreezes assets, and pays war reparations—while the US signals “semi-negotiating” and shifts toward economic pressure. Regional Security: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye signed the Makkah Mutual Defence Pact, with Iran dismissing it as “paper” that won’t bring security; the pact is framed as defensive amid ongoing Gulf tensions. Bahrain Business: National Bank of Bahrain posted a record Q2 profit of BD22.5m (+16%), driven by higher net interest income; Bahrain’s consumer electronics market stayed resilient despite regional pressures. Banking & Payments: Card spending in Bahrain hit BD1.69bn in the first five months of 2026, with a noticeable shift toward food and everyday needs earlier in the year. Digital Health: Salmaniya Medical Complex is accelerating digital transformation, including a new electronic medical records system. Youth & Innovation: Bahrain Space Agency ran a “Moon Habitat Hackathon” for lunar base designs, while the Bahrain Chamber hosted an Innovation Camp for youth. Sports: Handball legend Mohammed Mirza announced retirement; Bahrain’s Olympic Committee launched its Asian Games media campaign.
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