AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMecca Defense Pact: Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed the “Mecca Joint Defence Agreement,” pledging that an attack on one will be treated as an attack on all, raising questions about how far the commitment could pull them into future crises as Iran-war fallout deepens. Iran-US Tensions & Hormuz: Iran and Oman discussed a framework to reopen Strait of Hormuz with agreed passage coordinates, while shipping and energy markets stayed jittery; ADNOC said at least 15 of its ships have been attacked in the strait since the conflict began. Gaza Human Toll: UNICEF said at least 300 Palestinian children have been killed in Gaza since the October 2025 ceasefire, warning that promises are not translating into action. Maritime Security: India said 4,052 seafarers were evacuated from the Gulf amid security concerns, and warned companies to apply strict ISPS measures and avoid risky routes. Economic Spillovers: The Middle East conflict is blamed for weaker growth and tighter finances in parts of the region, including a Philippines slowdown and reduced MSME lending, while fuel prices there may see rollbacks if oil volatility eases. Energy Diversification: India’s LPG supply shifted as the US became its biggest LPG source after Hormuz disruptions, with domestic production ramped up to protect consumers.
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