AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBusiness & Markets: Forbes Asia unveiled its 2026 “Best Under A Billion” list, spotlighting 200 Asia-Pacific small and mid-sized firms; Malaysia’s count more than doubled to 19, with many tied to the AI data-centre boom. War & Security: Ukraine struck Russia’s Wildberries depots, hitting the online retailer’s logistics network as part of Kyiv’s wider aerial campaign. Diplomacy: The Trump administration notified Congress it plans to close five smaller US diplomatic missions across Africa, Asia and the Western Hemisphere, citing about $4.4m in annual savings. Environment & Law: Fishermen asked a US judge to allow commercial fishing again in the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, as conservation groups challenge the latest reopening. Regional Politics: India said it is in contact with stakeholders over Iran’s Chabahar Port operations as US sanctions waiver expiry looms. Climate & Health: South Korea’s heatwave response escalated after three lions died at a Tokyo zoo and South Korea declared a national disaster over rising heat deaths. Sports Governance: Jordan’s FA chief accused FIFA of “blackmail” over World Cup money tied to support for Gianni Infantino. Tech & Skills: Singapore outlined how it will prepare workers for AI’s spread, stressing expertise and judgement alongside technical foundations.
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