AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaritime Reform Push: Pakistan is stepping up port modernisation, ship recycling and blue-economy projects, with IMO chief Arsenio Dominguez praising progress and signaling a possible visit. Digital Economy & Trade: China opened the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference, pitching “digital-friendly cities” and AI talent as export-ready capabilities; Malaysia’s manufacturers also urged the US to avoid blanket forced-labour tariffs that could hit compliant exporters and disrupt supply chains. Bankruptcy Overhaul: Kuwait amended its 2026 Bankruptcy Law to speed cases, reshape bankruptcy courts and adjust judge selection and funding. Regional Investment Flows: Canada formally joined the Luzon Economic Corridor with a CA$2m pledge, while Marcos said the visit unlocked about $2.5bn in deals across mining, energy and IT-BPM. Business Risk & Costs: Australia’s inflation is flagged as an outlier, with core pressures still elevated; in the US, immigration enforcement detentions are now facing lawsuits over due process. Local Economy Stories: Auckland’s business chamber backs new trade talks with seven markets; Malaysia weighs duty relief for small stamped gold bars to keep investment affordable. Corporate/Market Mood: Equirus expects muted near-term growth for large Indian IT services as clients delay discretionary spending despite AI adoption.
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