AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Diplomacy: World leaders backed a push to restore normal navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, pledging collective diplomatic, economic and military support—including mine clearance—after Trump–Xi talks in Beijing, with Bahrain among 26 signatories. Bahrain Banking Earnings: Bahrain Development Bank posted Q1 2026 net profit of BD305,000 (down 16%), citing weaker financing/interest income and higher negative fair-value moves; National Bank of Bahrain reported BD20.6m net profit (down 27%) with extra precautionary ECL provisions; BBK hit a record BD26.1m net profit (up 23.7%) as operating income rose. Corporate Updates: Amakin’s Q1 net profit slipped to BD189,000 (down 23%) as project delays linked to regional tensions weighed on returns. Tourism Push: Bahrain launched a GCC-focused summer tourism campaign, pitching short breaks with concerts, festivals and family events. Security & Industry: Gulf Petrochemicals said repairs after an April drone strike are complete and the site is safe.
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