AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAviation Security in Focus: UAE says the Flydubai co-pilot, identified as Omani national Hamam al-Hammami, carried out a “terrorist act” with a crash axe and tried to seize control of the cockpit on the Dubai–Tel Aviv flight; Oman had reportedly barred him from flying over extremist concerns, while investigators in multiple countries probe whether he acted alone. Maritime Safety: UKMTO reports a crude oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile off Oman’s coast near the Strait of Hormuz; all crew were safe and no spill was reported, but ships are urged to stay vigilant. Water & Wildlife Protection: Oman’s Environment Authority took legal action after a viral incident where an influencer sat on a sea turtle at Ras Al Hadd, highlighting wildlife-protection rules. Sustainable Agriculture Research: Oman-backed research explores harvesting water from air using solar-powered greenhouse and hydroponic systems for salt-affected lands. Food & Investment Push: Oman secured RO 97.4m in food-related investment projects and has more opportunities lined up via Invest Oman. Local Industry Growth: Raysut Industrial City localised nine new projects worth over OMR 6.5m in H1 2026, supporting Omanisation and industrial expansion.
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