AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHormuz Pressure, Shipping Jitters: Iran’s push to “monetize” Strait of Hormuz passage via fees is rattling global shipping and raising fears of lasting leverage even after any ceasefire, with the IMO warning the idea violates safe-passage norms. Maritime Tech Shift: The IMO also adopted the first MASS Code for autonomous and AI-enabled commercial ships, setting new safety expectations as the region’s security risks keep growing. Water as the Next Flashpoint: A fresh push in coverage frames water rights as an emerging asset class—especially for the Middle East and North Africa facing extreme water stress. Cyber Risk in the Region: New mapping finds telecom and hosting networks across the Middle East are being abused as command-and-control infrastructure, turning everyday connectivity into a security problem. Conservation Win: Saudi Arabia joined the India-led International Big Cat Alliance, adding another Gulf player to big-cat protection efforts.
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