AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Iran Maritime Escalation: The US says it struck and sank three IRGC-linked oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman after Iran launched ballistic missiles at US warships; CENTCOM released footage of the tanker M/T Kylo going down, while Iran retaliated by targeting tankers and US-linked vessels and warned of wider action. Oman in the Middle of the Storm: A report says Muscat’s secret Iran-Oman shipping corridor deal to revive trade has pulled Oman into the wider Hormuz confrontation, with toll and transit-fee disputes now inflaming tensions. Tourism Growth: Oman welcomed 6.94 lakh Indian visitors in 2025, up 11%, and logged 3.81 lakh arrivals in Jan–Jun 2026, driven by better air connectivity and broader travel interests. Local Industry Boost: A new OMR40,000 olive press in Al Jabal Al Akhdar will process about 1.2 tonnes per hour, targeting quality upgrades for local farmers. Hydrogen Mobility Deal: OQ Alternative Energy and Asyad signed a term sheet to explore green hydrogen for mobility, linking Duqm production to transport pilots. Public Project Savings: Oman’s stage-gate project reviews have delivered cumulative savings of about RO280m, cutting costly variations. Education for Global Skills: The Royal Academy of Management and Ministry of Education launched “The Zad Initiative” to prepare Omani students for study abroad.
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