AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaritime Shock to Yemen’s Trade: Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis declared an immediate maritime ban on Saudi Arabia, warning of “siege for siege” retaliation after attacks blamed on Riyadh—raising fresh risks for Bab el-Mandeb, a key Red Sea gateway that carries about 9% of global maritime trade. Oil & Shipping Costs: As US-Iran strikes continue, Brent pushed above $90/bbl again, while analysts warn that if Red Sea transits don’t resume quickly, an energy crunch could follow—forcing reroutes and boosting freight costs. New Security Incidents: Suspected Somali pirates hijacked the Tanzanian-flagged chemical tanker Asana off Yemen and steered it toward Puntland waters, adding to the already high risk for vessels operating near Yemen. Water Crisis Deepens: A report says 15.4 million Yemenis lack clean water and 17.4 million lack adequate sanitation, with weak governance and conflict hitting desalination and other infrastructure. Renewables Deal: Trina Solar and Al-Raebi signed an MoU to explore a 1.5GW solar pipeline in Yemen (2026–2029), signaling continued investor interest in power projects despite instability.
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