AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMiddle East Security & Trade: The US launched new airstrikes on Iran to “swiftly punish” the Revolutionary Guard after two US service members were killed and one went missing in an attack on a Jordan base, with CENTCOM saying strikes targeted coastal surveillance, air defence, maritime capabilities and missile/drone storage—while Iran warned of “unforgettable lessons” and said it was suspending commitments under an interim deal. Regional Impact on Jordan’s Economy: The widening conflict keeps pressure on energy and shipping routes tied to the Strait of Hormuz, raising risks for costs and supply chains across the region. Jordan Parliament & Education Policy: Jordan’s Lower House resumed debate on amendments to the Universities Law, including changes to align higher education rules with the new Ministry structure. Aqaba Port Performance: Aqaba Container Port handled 472,680 TEUs in H1 2026, up from 468,062 a year earlier, with transit goods rising sharply and truck gate movements improving. Jordan’s Economic Outlook: A new analysis highlights concerns that Jordan’s export mix and economic complexity have not advanced as fast as peers, despite export growth.
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