AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy & Infrastructure: Türkiye and Lebanon discussed energy cooperation on electricity interconnections, pipelines and hydrocarbons on the UNGA sidelines, aiming for reliable regional supply. Lebanon Economy & Industry Impact: Lebanon’s Agriculture Ministry estimates over 56,000 hectares affected by the latest escalation, with losses topping $1bn, while Lebanon’s Health Ministry says more than 4,300 people have been killed since March. Banking & Real Estate Finance: Kuwait International Bank (KIB) won a 2026 award for real estate banking services and PropTech innovation—an example of how regional finance is pushing digital property ecosystems. Cross-border Payments: J.P. Morgan selected Thunes to improve Xpedite Remit payouts across 140 countries, shifting away from correspondent chains toward direct connectivity. Diplomacy vs. Pressure (Regional): Iran’s Pezeshkian rejected surrender and nuclear weapons claims, while U.S.-Iran shuttle talks resumed via Qatar mediation with no public concessions; markets watched oil prices near two-week lows.
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