AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Shock to Kuwait’s Oil Exports: Kuwait says it strongly condemns Iran’s attacks on ADNOC-linked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, warning they violate international law and threaten maritime navigation and global energy supplies. US-Iran Escalation: Trump renewed claims he will soon declare Hormuz a US territory, while Iran dismissed the move and insisted the strait can’t be controlled by force. Kuwait Investment Push: Kuwait’s FDI momentum got a major boost as KPC signed the $16bn Shaheen Project, a sale-and-leaseback for crude oil pipelines expected to generate $7.85bn upfront to fund capex and support production targets. Kuwaitization in Co-ops: The Social Affairs ministry announced Kuwaitization of a branch supply manager role in 12 cooperative societies, with further vacancies planned. Local Infrastructure Progress: The Qurtuba project reached 82% completion, with sewage and stormwater networks at 97% and telecom and street lighting also progressing. Energy Reliability: Power was restored to Fahaheel after a technical fault at the Fahaheel (A) Main Substation. Industry & Skills: KFAS’s PRE 2026 program wrapped up for gifted students, and Kuwait’s farmers’ union updates highlighted renewed support including subsidized diesel allocation based on farm needs.
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