AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRegional diplomacy: Saudi FM Prince Faisal held separate calls with Iran, Qatar and Jordan, stressing de-escalation and protecting freedom of navigation in the Arabian Gulf and Red Sea. Local foreign policy: Qatar’s PM and Jordan’s Ayman Safadi also discussed ways to cool tensions, with Jordan reiterating the need for dialogue and security. Jordan-Iraq pressure: Reports say Syria, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Kuwait are pressing Iraq to rein in Iran-backed militias, after warnings that attacks could target Jordan. IMF support: The IMF transferred $188m to Jordan after completing reviews under the EFF and RSF, citing continued macro stability and reform progress. Markets: Amman Stock Exchange H1 profits rose 14.3% to JD1.2bn; ASE turnover hit JD16m on Sunday. Energy project: UAE-funded EPC contract signed for a 25MW wind project in Ma’an. Humanitarian/education: Qatar Charity backs prosthetic limb rehabilitation for Gaza children in Jordan; Orange Jordan Digital Schools students won at WikiChallenge 2026. Weather & travel: Hot weather persists through Tuesday; UAE airlines issued flight updates and some cancellations. Sports: Jordan Football Association announced Moroccan coach Badou Zaki as senior team head coach; Bahrain named its 15-player U17 volleyball squad for the Arab youth event in Riffa.
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