AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBahrain Chamber Leadership: Dr Shaima Abdulla Juma has been appointed Acting CEO of Bahrain Chamber, tasked with keeping operations running smoothly and ensuring compliance with the board’s strategy. Gold & Inflation Watch: Gold prices in Bahrain jumped about 7% in a week, with 21-carat gold around BD46.100 a gram as global bullion buying accelerated on softer US rate expectations. Capital Projects: Manama’s Capital Trustees Board logged 1,203 Tawasul requests, completed 185 field visits and is pushing upgrades including 120 new parking spaces in Juffair, park maintenance, souq follow-ups and an 1,800-metre walkway near the National Museum. Transport & Infrastructure: Three global firms bid to advise on Bahrain’s 30km Northern Link Road PPP, with tender terms requiring toll-road experience—hinting toll funding may be on the table. Maritime Security: Bahrain condemned a missile strike on an ADNOC-affiliated tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, urging the UN Security Council to act decisively to protect commercial shipping. Stadium Deal: GFH emerged as the sole bidder for the Bahrain National Stadium revamp under a 25-year operating contract. Tech & Finance: Triple-A received in-principle approval from VARA in Dubai for broker-dealer services, while Bahrain Airport Services launched “Staff Welfare Program 2.0” to expand employee support.
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