AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy: Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. used his fifth State of the Nation Address to call for an end to violent conflicts, saying ASEAN is the country’s “safe harbor” as it pushes solidarity and helps cushion the Middle East’s spillover on food and energy resilience. Philippine Economy & Investment Climate: Business groups welcomed Marcos’ focus on improving the investment climate, but stressed that investors will watch execution details—especially lower costs, less red tape, and consistent reforms. Philippines Sports: Sandro Reyes, 23, is set for his fourth ASEAN Championship appearance as the Philippines open their campaign against Myanmar, framing the tournament as a test of endurance. Malaysia Energy-Water Link: Tenaga Nasional and Air Selangor signed deals to supply electricity and cooling energy for the Sungai Rasau Water Treatment Plant, aiming to boost reliability for millions of consumers. China/West Asia Pressure on Auto Demand: Audi cut its annual outlook, citing tougher China conditions and West Asia tensions, with second-quarter profit down about 21%. Health Tech Market Buzz: A wave of new reports highlights fast-growing Asia-relevant healthcare segments, from at-home fertility hormone patches and seizure-prediction wearables to automated lab and hospital equipment.
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