AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIraq’s Budget & Demographics: The Kurdistan Regional Government is pushing Baghdad to recognize the KRI as 14.14% of Iraq’s population based on the 2024 census, rejecting the federal figure of 12.68% because it affects budget entitlements, revenue sharing, and representation. Anti-Corruption Enforcement: Iraq’s Integrity Commission says it secured the return from the UAE of a fugitive convicted of embezzling over 1.031 billion dinars (about $784,000), after Interpol coordination and an international pursuit. Regional Energy Shock With Iraq in the Crosshairs: Saudi Arabia suspended part of its oil supplies to Europe after drone attacks on the East-West pipeline, with the wider Red Sea/Hormuz crisis keeping oil and fuel prices under pressure; analysts warn disruptions could last longer than expected. Security & War Spillover: Reports say Iranian strikes damaged hundreds of U.S. base structures and dozens of aircraft across the region, including Iraq, while the Houthis continue targeting Saudi military and oil infrastructure. KRG Diplomacy: KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani met Thailand’s ambassador to discuss trade and economic cooperation and follow up on Thai citizens in the region.
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