AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOil & Exports: Turkey and Iraq are moving toward a 12-month extension of the Kirkuk–Ceyhan crude pipeline deal, with Ankara saying it has set aside capacity for up to 750,000 bpd as Iraq looks for stable export routes after Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Energy Diplomacy: Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi has begun his first official visit to Washington, with talks expected to focus on oil and gas investment, trade, and alternative export outlets to reduce reliance on risky maritime routes. Security & Shipping: The U.S. and Iran trade strikes again as Washington says it is reinstating a blockade and charging ships for “safe passage” through Hormuz, while Iran insists it controls the strait—raising fresh risks for regional logistics and costs. Industry & Trade Logistics: Egypt’s customs and business chambers signed a TIR guarantee agreement to support UN-backed cross-border road transport, as Egypt pushes new Arab logistics corridors that could connect to Iraq-Turkey routes. Sports (Light): Hockey India named Iraq among the men’s teams for the inaugural Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship in Muscat (July 20–25), a regional qualifier for the U18 Youth Hockey5s World Cup.
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