AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoIraq Travel & Tourism: Iraq Al-Amir in Jordan saw 4,969 visitors in the first seven months of 2026, down 9.5% year-on-year, with Jordanian arrivals rising but foreign visitor numbers falling sharply. Aviation & Travel Disruptions: Iran Air says it will keep flights to Najaf despite US sanctions threats, even as US Treasury warns Iranian airlines could be “shut down around the world” from Sept. 23. Border & Crossings: Syria and Iraq agreed to electronically link customs systems and reopen the Tanf crossing to passenger traffic once upgrades are finished, aiming to speed up traveler and freight processing. Local Economy at Airports: Iraq Duty Free is expanding at Basrah International Airport after earlier regional disruption, adding new departures and arrivals stores as passenger confidence returns. Security & Movement: US embassies across the Middle East issued alerts urging Americans to expect possible flight cancellations and airspace closures amid Saudi-Houthi and wider regional escalation. Markets That Affect Travel Costs: The Central Bank of Iraq says foreign reserves are enough for demand at the official exchange rate, blaming recent exchange-rate moves on speculation and regional conditions.
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