AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoQatar Health & Markets: Estithmar Holding is weighing an IPO for its healthcare unit Apex Health in Doha, a potential boost for Qatar’s underactive equity market. Business Deals: Orix and Qatar Investment Authority’s joint private equity fund has bought Japanese systems developer Nippon Information Industry—its first deal under the new IT/healthcare-focused vehicle. Ebola Watch: Malaysia has tightened Ebola preparedness after WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency, with added screening for travellers via hubs including Doha. UK–GCC Trade: The UK and GCC have sealed a landmark free-trade agreement—first between a G7 country and the bloc—promising tariff cuts and new access for sectors including medical devices. Global Health Context: A US CDC update signals tougher Ebola screening for travellers transiting through major hubs like Doha. World Cup Health & Sports: Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz included Mohammed Kudus in the provisional squad despite injury, after he underwent surgery and began rehab.
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