AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStrait of Hormuz, Oil Exports: Iraq’s President Nizar Amidi said some Iraqi oil tankers are being “facilitated” through the Strait of Hormuz, while warning the waterway’s turmoil affects the whole world; Iran’s state media also said Tehran granted special permission for Iraqi tankers after Baghdad’s requests, as Iraq pushes alternative export routes via Turkey’s Ceyhan and onward links to Syria and Jordan. Sovereignty & Security: Amidi reiterated Iraq will not allow its territory to be used to launch attacks against any country, and said only “two or three” armed factions still have weapons to hand over, with dialogue aimed at keeping arms under state control. Coalition Withdrawal Deadline: Iraq said the Sept. 30 end of the international coalition mission will be a “historic transformation,” framing it as a test of Iraq’s security readiness. Economy & Finance: Iraq’s state banks are sharply cutting lending without clear 2026 credit plans, while the government’s cabinet is nearly complete with only 2–3 ministries unresolved. Trade & Logistics: Iraqi trucks have started operating under the UN-backed TIR transit system for the first time, boosting overland freight income potential. Comms Policy: Iraq’s Communications Ministry denied signing a direct Starlink deal, saying Starlink could join partners within two years.
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