AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Disruption: Iran’s attacks on shipping have pushed traffic in the narrow waterway near standstill, with a Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier among the few trying to transit while some ships reportedly switch off transponders and take “unsafe routes.” Marshall Islands-Flagged Shipping Hit: In the Black Sea, drones targeted a Marshall Islands-flagged tanker at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal near Novorossiysk, halting oil loading after a fire on another vessel; no spill or injuries were reported. Ukraine Air Defense Strain: Russia struck Kyiv and other cities with missiles and drones, killing at least six and wounding dozens, as Ukraine again points to a shortage of U.S.-made Patriot systems. Pacific Climate Pressure: A new report warns climate-driven land loss is worsening flooding and cracking infrastructure across Pacific islands, including Majuro and Enewetak in the Marshall Islands. PNG-Taiwan Diplomatic Shock: The U.S. says it’s “deeply concerned” after Papua New Guinea ordered the closure of Taiwan’s office in Port Moresby, calling it part of China’s intimidation campaign. Fintech for RMI Investors: BitGo announced institutional custody and off-exchange settlement for USDM1, a natively onchain sovereign bond issued by the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
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