AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMaritime Security in the Gulf: Overnight into July 7, Iran’s IRGC struck two laden tankers running dark in the NCAGS-approved outbound route, hitting a Qatari LNG carrier and a Saudi-owned ULCC; six vessels rerouted and one LNG tanker halted and anchored midway, putting the “safe” southern corridor under serious doubt. Shipping and Environment Watch: A separate report highlights how Liberia—despite a small domestic shipping industry—became a major shipping power through its large open ship registry, meaning global vessels fly the Liberian flag and the country carries key safety and environmental enforcement responsibilities. Energy Costs Policy: The IEA says 113 countries (plus the EU) have taken steps to cushion rising energy costs tied to the Middle East conflict, including tax cuts, consumer support, and energy conservation measures. Ocean Mapping Gap: New figures show less than 30% of Earth’s ocean floor is mapped to modern standards, leaving most deep-sea terrain still largely unknown. Climate and Island States: A legal discussion revisits UN General Assembly support for state continuity in the face of sea-level rise, a key issue for island nations facing climate-driven submersion.
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