AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoClimate & Resilience: Philippine Sen. Loren Legarda backed a new UNEP report warning global climate targets are slipping, with the world likely to cross 1.5°C soon and the Philippines among the most vulnerable. Sports Funding Scrutiny: Philippine senators urged an inquiry into delayed allowances for national athletes, after players said they went without support since July and had to borrow money. Defence Modernisation: India’s new CDS N.S. Raja Subramani outlined a “BUILD” framework to prepare forces for drone, AI, cyber and space-driven warfare. Energy Security & West Asia: India’s Hardeep Singh Puri said the country has so far insulated itself from West Asia and Strait of Hormuz disruptions, but logistics risks remain. Markets & Rates: US borrowing costs hit a 19-year high as oil jumped after Trump rejected Iran peace talks, feeding pressure on global stocks and bonds. Asia Growth Outlook: ADB forecast developing Asia-Pacific growth easing to 5% in 2026, with El Niño and energy/food price risks. Central Asia Startups: Golden Gate Ventures will run a two-year Uzbekistan programme for 20 founders, linking them to mentors and its wider network. Connectivity Tech: Kazakhstan launched Starlink Mobile direct-to-cell service for areas without coverage. Business & Trade: US-China tariff relief lists cover about US$30b each side, with most-favoured-nation rates cutting country-specific tariffs.
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