AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLandmine Risk in Yemen: A new Mokha Center report says unexploded ordnance still endangers civilians across Yemen, citing at least 11,807 civilian casualties and warning mines are found in homes, farmland, flood channels, water sources and rural roads; it highlights Saudi-funded Masam demining progress, clearing 83.7 million sq m and removing 578,226 devices by July 2026. Solar Supply Chain Diversification: United Solar says it has started polysilicon production in Oman, with a first 50,000-metric-ton line (enough for about 20GW of modules annually) and plans for a second line later this year, aiming to reduce reliance on China and support a cleaner energy buildout. Water & Flood Safety Push: A commentary calls for practical flood protections like mandatory floating materials in homes, offices and vehicles, arguing governments and media are not doing enough to prevent avoidable deaths. Regenerative Tourism on the Red Sea: The Red Sea EDITION opened on Shura Island with design choices meant to “sit harmoniously” with the coastal environment, using coral stone, rammed earth and low-rise, shell-inspired architecture. Food & Water Use: Saudi Arabia reports fresh potato self-sufficiency (623,770 tons in 2025) and expanding processing and frozen exports, with irrigation tech playing a key role in production concentrated in central and northern regions.
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