AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHajj Update: Thousands of pilgrims began leaving Mecca after completing the hajj, with more than 1.7 million people from 165 countries taking part amid scorching heat and regional tensions. Migration Crackdown: Spain, with Europol support, arrested nine people and seized cash, hashish, boats and vehicles in an operation targeting a smuggling network moving irregular migrants from Algeria to Spain. World Cup Focus (Algeria in Group J): Argentina named a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Lionel Messi set to captain despite a left hamstring “muscle fatigue” scare; Argentina open against Algeria in Kansas City on June 16. Diplomacy: Tanzania reaffirmed ties with Algeria and Zambia as its ambassadors presented credentials, with talks on cooperation in transport, energy, trade and investment. Business/Health (MENA): Recce Pharmaceuticals signed a term sheet for a 10-year exclusive licensing deal to distribute its diabetic foot infection topical gel across the MENA region, including Algeria.
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