AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOman’s Aviation Leadership: Oman Air has named Nasser Al Sharji as its new CEO effective 1 September 2026, as the national carrier continues its transformation push. Labour Compliance Crackdown: Oman’s Ministry of Labour fined employers OMR3.2 million and deported 2,944 workers after 6,707 nationwide inspections, with the overall compliance rate still at 69.5%. Business Governance: The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry warned firms against unofficial social-media surveys that claim a link to the Chamber, urging members to use only official channels. Port & Logistics Growth: SOHAR Port and Freezone reported 52 million tonnes of cargo in H1 2026, up 52% year-on-year, with container throughput rising 40% to 545,000 TEU—strengthening Oman’s integrated logistics base. Regional Trade & Energy Pressure: Oil prices stayed near $92 as markets weigh ongoing US-Iran tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruption, while the US claims a protected southern shipping corridor near Oman is moving about 10 million barrels a day. Diplomacy Watch: Oman and Japan reiterated the need for a political solution to ease regional tensions and protect maritime navigation under international law.
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