AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoASEAN 59th Anniversary: Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr urged Southeast Asia to strengthen cooperation on conflict, climate, economic uncertainty and AI as Manila prepares major ASEAN summits. Myanmar-ASEAN Rift: Myanmar rejected the need for an ASEAN special envoy, pushing back after Thailand called for full re-engagement. Markets & Oil: Asian shares were mixed as Wall Street hit records; oil rose on Iran-linked Strait of Hormuz uncertainty and Middle East tensions. Malaysia Climate Bill Delay: Malaysia’s climate change legislation is still not tabled, creating business uncertainty over regulatory timing. Malaysia Finance & Flows: Bursa Malaysia saw local institutions extend net buying, while foreign selling returned; ringgit outlook hinges on Fed rate expectations. Philippines-US Aviation: Delta announced nonstop Manila–Los Angeles flights from March 2027, adding a second US option for travelers. Bangladesh Trade Push: Bangladesh seeks to expand trade and investment with New Zealand across agri-tech, dairy, green energy, pharma, leather, jute and textiles. Philippines Philanthropy: The Philippines ranked highly for philanthropy environment in a new index, buoyed by donations and corporate support. Maritime Week 2026: Malaysia will host Malaysia Maritime Week with a focus on decarbonisation, digitalisation and maritime talent. Semiconductor Supply Chain: Brewer Science completed its acquisition of Heraeus Epurio’s semiconductor chemicals business to boost materials control.
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