AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMaritime Security Shock: The US says it struck three Iranian crude tankers on 5 September, “permanently disabling” two and “completely destroying” one, after Iran’s IRGC launched ballistic missiles at US warships near the Strait of Hormuz—while UKMTO reported merchant vessels hit by “disabling fire” amid ongoing military activity. Oman’s Hormuz Stance: Oman rejected Iran’s reported proposal to jointly impose Strait of Hormuz service fees, with Muscat aiming to avoid confrontation as the US blockade and tariff threats loom. Green Hydrogen Push: OQ Alternative Energy and Asyad signed key terms to study green hydrogen use in Oman’s transport and logistics, and Oman joined the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) to scale value chains and standards. Low-Carbon Mobility & Transport: Oman’s transport ministry inaugurated 380km of new roads in Dhofar, while Oman Vision 2040-linked mobility deals also point to hydrogen and EV pilots. Standards for Cleaner Growth: Oman’s Standards and Specifications Index rose 33.8% by Q2 2026, expanding technical specs for areas including energy efficiency, renewables, EVs, logistics and tourism.
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