AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoASEAN Summit Preparations: Manila will suspend most road excavations from Nov. 1 to Dec. 23 and restrict public events in key areas as the Philippines prepares to host the Nov. 16–18 summit. Cybersecurity: Nearly nine in 10 Malaysian businesses say they are not fully prepared for AI-driven cyberattacks, a survey finds. Jobs and Growth: The World Bank warns South Asia must create jobs for tens of millions of young people, while many workers remain in low-productivity employment. Climate Risk: Coastal flood losses across Asia-Pacific could reach $739 billion a year by 2100, the ADB warns; annual protection spending of $9 billion to $19 billion could prevent much of the damage. Regional Security: Afghanistan-based militant networks remain a concern for Central Asian neighbours, with reports of training camps and attempted border crossings. Digital Economy: Southeast Asia’s online economy is projected to reach $368 billion in sales this year and $1.1 trillion by 2035, with AI helping drive growth.
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