AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEU Sanctions Push: The EU approved its 21st Russia sanctions package, expanding pressure on the financial system and adding 94 banks and major financial institutions to the blacklist, alongside transaction bans tied to 14 crypto service platforms, including one operating in Georgia. Energy Shock in Georgia: A nationwide blackout hit Georgia late July 23, cutting power across most regions and disrupting water pumping; Abkhazia later reported electricity restoration, though some areas still reported outages. Regional Energy Disruption: Kazakhstan’s oil output fell about 21% after CPC halted loadings at its Black Sea terminal, forcing sharp cuts at Tengiz. Middle East Energy Risk: Strikes around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz are escalating, with shipping risks and higher oil prices feeding uncertainty for global trade routes. Local Business & Jobs: RMG held its 2026 scholarship ceremony, selecting 25 students and offering industrial tours at its Madneuli quarry and copper enrichment plant. Health Funding Deadline: Duchenne medication talks are nearing a critical deadline, with the family warning they may need public support again if no results arrive soon. Infrastructure Watch: Georgia plans to start the Batumi–Sarpi tunnel project soon, but reports say the contract has not yet been signed.
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