AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPhilippines Urban Waste Crisis: Receding floodwaters in Metro Manila exposed a “sea of garbage,” with a UP data scientist linking it to weak waste systems and low Environmental Performance Index scores. South China Sea Militarisation: Reuters says China has completed the first phase of work on Antelope Reef, with satellite images showing a reclaimed island that could bolster military capability. Korea-US Security Shake-up: AP reports Trump’s move to scale back joint drills with South Korea is worrying allies and could embolden rivals. North Korea Diplomacy Signals: WSJ says Trump is reportedly seeking a face-to-face meeting with Kim Jong Un in November. China Robotics IPO Watch: Chery’s humanoid robot unit AiMOGA is preparing for an IPO as investor interest surges. Singapore Casino Competition: Reuters highlights Marina Bay Sands’ stronger performance versus Resorts World Sentosa, adding pressure ahead of licence renewal. India Oil Pressure: India’s July crude import bill jumped 41% to $13.7bn as West Asia tensions lift prices. Hong Kong Labour Cost Cuts: Hongkong Post will shift some new hires from permanent posts to two-year contracts amid losses. Cross-border Crime Crackdown: Nigeria’s NDLEA says it dismantled a cocaine cartel network tied to UK-bound shipments.
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