AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUN Diplomacy & Energy Security: Bahrain’s foreign minister, Abdullatif Al-Zayani, read out a joint statement by 80 UN member states condemning Iran and Houthi attacks and calling for the immediate, full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with safe, unimpeded passage and no illegal tolls. Local Governance & Services: A new self-service kiosk at the Capital Trustees Board in Tubli lets residents update ID chip data and access government notifications, aiming to cut waiting times. Power Bills Protection: A five-MP proposal would require EWA to alert customers when electricity bills jump unusually, allow clear dispute routes, and mandate recalculation/refunds if meter or technical errors are found. Consumer Watch: MPs are pushing for Cabinet answers after motorists claim petrol is “disappearing faster” despite higher prices, asking for technical testing. Finance & Banking: National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) will sponsor the Bahraini Banks Reception at the IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok, boosting Bahrain’s banking visibility. Health Preparedness: Bahrain hosted a conference urging Gulf-wide readiness for “Disease X” and stronger antimicrobial resistance planning. Sports & Business Culture: Bahrain advanced to the Asian Games esports fighting quarter-finals, while Formula Trophy Malaysia will support the Bahrain F1 weekend in Malaysia.
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