AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDigital Finance: Saudi Arabia has exited China’s mBridge digital currency cross-border payments project after completing a proof-of-concept test in May 2025, with SAMA saying the work was exploratory. Aviation & Tech: Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS) unveiled a new corporate identity and outlined plans for next-gen airspace concepts, virtual control towers, unmanned aircraft traffic management, and expanded R&D. Defense & Security: Houthi attacks escalated again with a ballistic missile intercepted near Riyadh and reports of a fire at an Aramco fuel depot by the airport, disrupting flights and triggering air-raid alerts. Military Procurement: The US cleared a proposed $24.3B sale of 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia, including engines and support, despite security concerns tied to China. Health & Research: A new study links higher air pollution exposure to increased risk of glaucoma and cataracts, adding to growing evidence of pollution’s long-term health impact. AI Governance & Innovation: UNESCO’s ethics forum in Riyadh drew regional partners to push responsible AI cooperation, with Qatar Chamber among the delegations. Energy Markets: Oil prices stayed elevated amid Middle East risk, with analysts pointing to supply disruption fears and shifting expectations.
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