AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPhilippines Energy Policy: The Philippines may back about five more geothermal explorers under a $170m derisking facility, with drilling costs of roughly $10m–$12m per well and no guarantee of commercial finds. India–Uzbekistan Diplomacy: PM Modi’s Uzbekistan visit elevates ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, aiming to link trade, energy, defense, digital public infrastructure and connectivity under Viksit Bharat. SCO Summit in Bishkek: Leaders gather in Kyrgyzstan to push “sustainable peace” and development, while Modi also meets Putin and Iran’s Pezeshkian on West Asia, maritime security and regional stability. West Asia Infrastructure: India says it is still negotiating a sustainable path for Iran’s Chabahar Port as conflict and shifting rules affect cooperation. Fashion Regulation: France moves to levy fees on ultra-fast fashion, targeting major Asian e-commerce players including Shein and Temu. Sports: India starts AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifying with a 1-0 win over Syria; Bangladesh falls 2-0 to Uzbekistan. Human Rights: Britain flags at least 100 girls under 12 as likely forced-marriage victims, based on Forced Marriage Unit tips.
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