AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLEAP 2026 Tech Push: Microsoft says its new Azure cloud data centre region in Saudi Arabia East will be available to customers in November, aiming to help local government and businesses run cloud and AI workloads with low-latency access. AI & Telecom Expansion: Nokia opened a Riyadh R&D centre focused on AI-powered network automation, while Aramco highlighted new cybersecurity and industrial AI partnerships at LEAP. Saudi Debt Watch: Saudi Arabia launched a dual-tranche dollar sukuk on Sept. 1, with demand reportedly topping $9bn as Iran-war pressures squeeze oil revenues. Regional Defense Diplomacy: Pakistan’s PM told the SCO that the “Mecca” trilateral defence pact with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye is “fundamentally defensive” and not aimed at any state. Air Connectivity: Qatar Airways resumes winter flights to Qassim, Taif, Yanbu and Tabuk, and says it will operate 155+ weekly flights to Saudi. Sports & Entertainment: WWE Crown Jewel returns to Riyadh on Nov. 7, and Karim Benzema has left Al Hilal after a mutual contract termination. Energy Markets: Saudi Aramco raised September LPG official selling prices for propane and butane amid higher global demand.
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