AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDigital Talent Push: Malaysia launched the Korea-ASEAN Digital Academy (KADA) to train about 200 industry-ready AI and digital professionals by 2027, with cohorts running 2026-2027. Regional Tech Collaboration: ASEAN GeoAI Fusion 2026 drew 1,000+ participants to use geospatial AI for disaster readiness, telecom optimisation and digital inclusion. ASEAN-Myanmar Engagement: Vietnam reiterated ASEAN’s support for Myanmar via the Five-Point Consensus, calling for regular dialogue to enable tangible progress. Philippines-US Business Links: The US-ASEAN Business Council will send senior executives to Manila Aug. 18-20 to explore investment and public-private partnerships across sectors including digital transformation. Malaysia-Singapore Trade: PM Anwar met Singapore President Tharman during a state visit as bilateral trade hit RM402.35b in 2025. Health Policy: China set a goal to raise average life expectancy to 80 by 2030 in its new five-year health plan. Markets Watch: Pakistan’s KSE-100 plunged over 2,300 points amid regional tensions and broader sell-offs.
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