AGP Executive Report
Last update: 29 minutes agoBudget Transparency: The Philippines scored 76/100 in the 2025 Open Budget Survey, topping Southeast Asia for budget openness and beating both the global (45) and Asia-Pacific (49) averages. UN Diplomacy: Slovakia backed India’s bid for a permanent, reformed UN Security Council seat during Prime Minister Modi’s visit, urging broader institutional reform. West Asia Ceasefire Talks: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and VP JD Vance discussed with Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun plans for a ceasefire monitoring body as Israel-Lebanon talks continue amid renewed clashes. Aviation Security: Sri Lanka took over the 2026–2027 chair of CASP-AP in Colombo, aiming to keep aviation security standards high across the Asia-Pacific. Tech & AI in Government: The Philippines’ DICT is partnering with Google Cloud to deploy AI agents for public services, equipping 50,000 frontline staff to cut red tape. Energy & Sanctions: Iran is rushing oil sales to Asia after a 60-day sanctions waiver, with India among key buyers being approached. Sports & Events: Ireland’s government pledged €3.5m to upgrade Stormont cricket facilities for the 2030 T20 World Cup. Business Appointments: Heineken named Rafael Oliveira as CEO, while Google Cloud and Microsoft made new Indonesia leadership moves.
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