AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoASEAN Day Diplomacy: Bangladesh reaffirmed its push to deepen ties with ASEAN, citing shared history, connectivity and trade, and said it has formally applied to become an ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue Partner. Digital Skills for Finance: An ADB-GFI report warns the Philippines needs more advanced fintech talent in AI and cybersecurity, pointing to large technical and soft-skills gaps as digital payments surge. Singapore Growth Outlook: Singapore raised its 2026 GDP forecast to 4.5–5.5% on stronger H1 performance and accelerating global AI-related spending. Vietnam Space Push: VinSpace signed with SpaceX for its first satellite launches in 2027, aiming to test tech in orbit and build future commercial services. Oil and Markets: Oil steadied after a 5% jump as Strait of Hormuz reopening talks stayed uncertain, leaving Asian stocks mixed and crude-sensitive sentiment cautious. Sports and Culture: The Philippines won its first SEA V.Cup silver after a tough campaign, while Abhinav Bindra marked 18 years since his Beijing Olympic gold, stressing “spaces between the peaks.” Business Watch: Singapore Airlines appointed Aswin K as GM India to lead growth; IHG flagged Middle East travel hit from the Iran war.
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