AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoReligious Tourism & Mass Gatherings: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s coffin moved from Iraq’s Najaf toward Karbala as millions packed the holy cities, with Iraq declaring public holidays and suspending normal activity to manage the crowds. Final Rites in Iran: The funeral week ends with the burial in Mashhad at the Imam Reza shrine after the procession was delayed in Iraq due to turnout. Regional Travel Disruption: The escalating US-Iran standoff is adding uncertainty for travel and air routes around the region, with aviation advisories and shifting flight guidance affecting planning. Currency & Travel Costs (Iraq): Iraq’s Central Bank cut the foreign exchange travel allowance for citizens abroad from $3,000 to $2,000 per month, aiming to push more electronic payments and curb dollar misuse. Tourism Development (Iraq): Iraq is also leaning into ecotourism and local recreation projects to attract visitors, including investments in Duhok’s leisure facilities.
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