AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoKuril Islands Tensions: Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup in the disputed Kurils for the first time in 16 years, prompting Japan to lodge a strong protest and renew sovereignty claims. Espionage Crackdown: South Korea arrested two former Chinese servicemen in separate alleged espionage cases tied to US and South Korean military operations. Gun Control Push in Thailand: After two deadly shootings near Bangkok, Thailand pledged tighter gun controls and tougher action against illegal firearms. Philippines-Canada-New Zealand Defense Links: Manila’s Senate ratified visiting forces agreements with Canada and New Zealand, aiming to deepen interoperability, joint training, and disaster response. Climate and Flooding Research: A new study explains extreme Philippines habagat as a “moisture conveyor belt” pattern, while Dhaka flooding is blamed on wetland loss, weak enforcement, and fragmented planning. Energy and Clean Fuels: Malaysia’s FatHopes Energy partnered with Vietnam’s PVOIL to build a nationwide used cooking oil collection network for SAF and biofuels. Pacific Security Aid: US-led Pacific Partnership 2026 began in Dili, Timor-Leste, focusing on medical services and disaster management with partner nations. Cyber Scams Warning: Pasifika and Māori whānau were urged to protect themselves as AI-fueled e-shop scams surge. Sports & Education: Jeonbuk National University launched a global advisory network, and the Asian Junior Chess Championships open in India with 157 players from 10 countries.
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