AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGeopolitics & Energy: Iran says it has shut the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping in retaliation for US airstrikes, raising fears of major oil-market disruption and higher insurance costs. Regional Security: Jordan also featured in the latest US-Iran escalation, with reports of Iranian strikes targeting bases in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan. Energy & Resources: An energy expert argues Jordan has large untapped gas, oil-shale and mineral potential, saying weak exploration capacity has held back investment and could be a missed chance to cut debt and boost revenues. Business & Trade: The Amman Chamber of Commerce met the Czech Republic’s ambassador to push investment and cooperation, while Jordan Exporters Association talks with South Korean importers to expand industrial and food trade links. Economy Outlook: Jordan’s growth path remains resilient, with World Bank projections cited for growth reaching around 3% by 2028. Real Estate: Jordan’s property trading volume fell to about JD 2.46bn in the first five months of 2026, though foreign ownership value rose in May. Finance & Startups: ISSF announced a USD 7m investment in Endeavor Catalyst–Fund V to plug funding gaps for high-impact Jordanian entrepreneurs.
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