AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoIndo-Pacific Security: South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung proposed talks with North Korea to end the Korean War and curb Pyongyang’s nuclear drive, while China’s Xi congratulated Lee on Liberation Day and urged continued bilateral progress. India’s Independence Day Agenda: PM Modi used the Red Fort to pitch “Sapta Shakti” strengths—manufacturing, defence, tech, green/blue economy and soft power—plus a push for women’s reservation and a target of 50 Indian firms in the Fortune 500. Fuel Policy: India cut windfall export levies on petrol to zero, while keeping diesel and ATF duties unchanged for the next fortnight, citing West Asia-linked supply concerns. West Asia Diplomacy: Iran’s foreign minister hit back at EU human-rights criticism, saying the bloc lacks “moral standing,” amid ongoing tensions. Philippines Politics: President Marcos said he will endorse a 2028 successor to continue his anti-corruption push, as flood-control kickback probes loom. Regional Business & Travel: Malaysia’s PM Anwar announced MADANI Tickets for MyKad holders for the Bahrain F1 race at Sepang. Disaster Watch: A 7.7 quake struck off Indonesia, triggering a tsunami warning that was later withdrawn; at least five were reported dead. Sports: Australia’s Lani Pallister beat Katie Ledecky to win the women’s 400m freestyle at the Pan Pacs.
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