AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoEnergy Security: Southeast Asia’s rising power demand is colliding with weak grids and reliance on imported fuel. Disruptions linked to the Iran war are adding urgency to the region’s shift toward renewables and stronger energy links. Malaysia Budget: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Budget 2027 will keep fiscal discipline while directing savings toward cost-of-living relief, especially for lower-income households. Rights and Freedoms: The UN Human Rights Office urged India to release people detained during protests in Delhi and respect the right to peaceful assembly. Trade and Growth: Global trade hit a record $35 trillion in 2025, UNCTAD said. Asia is expected to drive 60% of global growth this year, even as trade between China and the US falls. Bangladesh Investment: BEPZA has opened dedicated desks for Chinese, South Korean and Japanese investors, seeking to build on $8.41 billion in exports from its zones last fiscal year.
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