AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaritime Security: Bahrain condemned attacks on two UAE ADNOC tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, calling them a violation of international law as the waterway remains effectively closed amid the US-Iran standoff. Regional Defence: Saudi Arabia is moving toward operational activation of a 15-country maritime defense coalition to protect navigation and energy routes around Bab al-Mandab, with Bahrain among the signatories. Health Insurance Rollout: Bahrain’s Supreme Council of Health signed an agreement with Solidarity Bahrain to implement Health Insurance for Residents under the National Health Insurance Programme, using an integrated digital platform and standardized packages. Banking & Investment: GFH reported H1 2026 net profit attributable to shareholders of US$76.2m (+13.33%), citing stronger wealth/investment management and credit income. Trade & Logistics: Khalifa Bin Salman Port’s general cargo surged 224.2% in Q2 2026, with July the busiest month in nearly six years. Education Finance: Khaleeji Bank and British University of Bahrain (BUB) signed an MoU to offer Shari’a-compliant tuition fee financing solutions. Corporate Finance: GFH’s results and other regional banking updates also fed into mixed Gulf market sentiment as Hormuz disruption and US-Iran tensions weighed on risk appetite. Retail & Agriculture: LuLu Hypermarket and The Avenues launched the Bahraini Jumbo Loz Festival, spotlighting local farmers and homegrown brands.
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