AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoKuwait Energy & Industry: Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) cut its approved onshore drilling and shallow-well maintenance contractor pool from 51 to 24, reshaping tender participation after an update published Sept 21. Gulf Energy Security: The US proposed a $10bn fund (PACT) to rebuild Iran-war-damaged energy infrastructure and back alternative routes beyond the Strait of Hormuz, with Kuwait among eight matching-partner countries. Regional Diplomacy: Trump is set to meet GCC leaders in New York (including Kuwait) as Iran and the US trade signals on UNGA talks, with Iran saying Hormuz could reopen within days if US pressure eases. Finance & Sustainability: Jordan Kuwait Bank issued a second Green Bond, with IFC backing up to USD 100m, targeting renewables, efficiency, green buildings and sustainable transport. Kuwait-China Links: China’s ambassador in Kuwait said Beijing wants to expand cooperation under Kuwait Vision 2035, including ports, AI, smart cities and cybersecurity. Mobility & Services: Swvl launched a 24/7 Madinah shuttle connecting seven hotels to Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, pushing always-on pilgrimage transport. Travel & Business: Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai highlighted AI and smart mobility, with Kuwait among participating markets.
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