AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRail Connectivity: Pakistan and Iran are discussing reviving the Islamabad–Tehran–Istanbul freight train corridor to boost trade and links toward Central Asia, Russia and Europe, with Pakistan upgrading Main Line-3 and aiming for completion by Dec 2029. EU Sanctions & Shipping: EU states finally agreed a watered-down 21st Russia sanctions package, freezing the Russian crude oil price cap for 12 months and targeting revenues and the shadow fleet, with Greece securing an LNG shipping exemption. Maritime Security: The EU naval mission and the US-led Joint Maritime Information Center warn that Houthi forces have deployed missiles and drones near Bab el-Mandeb and that merchant vessels tied to Israeli, US or Saudi interests should avoid the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Energy Costs: Eurostat reports EU fuel and lubricant prices for private transport rose 13.7% year-on-year in June, with Romania among the biggest jumpers. Climate Impact on Transport: Scientists say extreme heat is driving Europe’s drought and drying waterways, already disrupting shipping and agriculture. Aviation/Tech: Acron Aviation signed a long-term flight recorder supply deal for Germany’s Deutsche Aircraft D328eco regional turboprop. Wildfire Disruptions: Over 10,000 people were evacuated in southwestern France as wildfires spread near Bordeaux.
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