AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoIran-Gulf Diplomacy: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to pitch Washington’s Iran peace deal to Gulf leaders, with Kuwait among the stops—GCC officials worry the draft offers Tehran too much room on missiles, influence, and oil shipping lanes. Education & Exams: CBSE told the Supreme Court it has a new evaluation policy for Gulf Class 12 private candidates after exam cancellations tied to the US-Iran war, using a 40:60 formula (Class 10 theory + last attempted Class 12 theory) to prevent academic loss. Local Business & Lifestyle: talabat Kuwait has partnered with Centerpoint to expand quick commerce beyond groceries, adding fashion and home essentials to its everyday app. Banking & Workplace Culture: NBK became the first GCC bank to secure four ISO HR certifications, covering employee engagement, recruitment, competence development, and human capital reporting. Food & Hospitality: Kerten Hospitality opened Joontos at Ray Hotel by Cloud 7 in Mangaf, Kuwait, bringing its “shared dining” concept to the Arabian Gulf. Cost of Living: Kuwait’s inflation rose 2.49% year-on-year in May, driven mainly by food, health, education, and transport. Youth & Community Tech: Zain Shabab Club launched inside V-Thru, offering young subscribers restaurant and café perks through Kuwait’s virtual drive-thru app.
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