AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRegional Diplomacy: Sultan Haitham and Iran’s president reaffirmed their commitment to regional peace, while Oman condemned attacks on Saudi civilian facilities and expressed solidarity with the Kingdom. The Sultan also received a message from Saudi King Salman on bilateral ties. Gulf Security: A U.S. fighter jet disabled a Panama-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it allegedly ignored blockade warnings, as attacks and fire reports raised risks for shipping near Hormuz. Labour Regulation: Oman introduced tighter rules for expatriate recruitment agencies, including mandatory licensing, a RO5,000 financial guarantee and a 45-day hiring limit. Markets: Muscat Stock Exchange briefed media on Oman’s addition to the FTSE Russell watch list, a step that could boost the country’s visibility among global investors. Aviation Safety: Muscat is hosting regional meetings on safety standards and oversight, with officials from across the Middle East and ICAO.
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