AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTaiwan Tensions: China’s unannounced drills in the western Pacific reportedly involved more than 100 vessels and simulated attacks, prompting Taipei to call them “silent intimidation.” Xi Jinping has urged peaceful reunification with Taiwan. Summit Diplomacy: Xi will host APEC in Shenzhen next week, with Japan’s Sanae Takaichi making her first China visit as prime minister. Leaders are also gathering in Manila for ASEAN meetings, where South China Sea disputes and regional trade are expected to feature. Indonesia: Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has resigned amid scrutiny of his education credentials, adding uncertainty to the country’s politics. Pacific Climate: Island leaders are pressing for more climate finance as rising seas threaten communities; Pacific nations say a COP31 pledging event failed to deliver new funding. Regional Disruption: A global Microsoft outage disrupted email, airline services and government systems across parts of Asia-Pacific. India’s Trade: The merchandise deficit hit a one-year high of $39.88 billion in October as imports surged, with energy costs adding pressure.
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