AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoPhilippines Governance: Senator Loren Legarda warns corruption is worsening the oil-crisis squeeze, citing a steep drop in the country’s transparency ranking and massive economic losses tied to misused public funds. Middle East Aviation: Iraq will allow 40 daily Iranian flights to and from Najaf after protests over US sanctions, but excludes Mahan Air. West Asia Tensions: The US signals deeper military pressure on Iran, while reports of tanker attacks near the Strait of Hormuz keep the region on edge. Canada–Pacific Energy: Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Pacific Link pipeline is moving through Canada’s “national interest” process, with Indigenous consultation deadlines extended and concerns raised over whether communities are being heard in time. Asia-Pacific Trade: RCEP enters an expansion-and-upgrading phase, with accession talks for new members and rule updates aimed at digital and green areas. Southeast Asia Costs: A regional survey finds rising energy prices and living costs top public worries, with energy shortages a growing second concern. Philippine Tourism: TPB Philippines wins Best National Tourism Organization for a fourth straight year at the TTG Travel Awards.
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