AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEnergy Transition & Sovereignty: Malaysia’s Tenaga Nasional says “energy sovereignty” now means building resilient, future-ready systems, including net-zero plans and shifting away from new greenfield coal. Markets & Oil: Oil slid nearly 7% after Trump called off a planned Iran attack, easing supply fears; Asian stocks mostly dipped as traders also weighed AI investment momentum. Semiconductors: TSMC’s Kumamoto fab in Japan hit break-even, but earthquake risks cloud timing for its 3nm expansion. Banking & Tech Talent: DBS appointed former Ping An innovation chief Jonathan Larsen to its boards. EVs & Mobility: India’s Ather Energy narrowed its loss as Rizta scooter demand held up despite cost pressures; in Taiwan, AI-driven semiconductor demand helped GDP grow about 13% in Q2. Regional Trade & Diplomacy: Uzbekistan’s foreign minister met India’s President Murmu, highlighting trade, rare earths and connectivity. AI in Consumer Tech: China’s smartphone app ecosystem faces disruption as AI agents take over tasks. Education & Skills: Cambridge University Press & Assessment says English skills are becoming a key employability benchmark in an AI-enabled world.
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