AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRegional Haze: Indonesian wildfires have blanketed parts of Southeast Asia in toxic smoke, prompting school closures and respiratory-health concerns. Demand for oxygen equipment and air purifiers is rising, while the regional weather centre has issued its highest-level alert. Growth and Jobs: Indonesia is turning to digital investment and higher-value exports to target 6% growth in 2027. In the Philippines, the World Bank says sustaining growth will require a shift from capital investment to stronger productivity. Trade and Diplomacy: China and Uzbekistan pledged to deepen trade, infrastructure and technology ties during Premier Li Qiang’s visit, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is due to meet Central Asian counterparts in Samarkand as Washington seeks stronger economic links. Economic Outlook: IMF meetings in Bangkok highlighted mounting risks from conflict, energy disruption, debt and inflation; the Fund also says stronger social safety nets could lift household consumption across emerging Asia.
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