AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoASEAN-Russia Summit in Kazan: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim thanked Vladimir Putin for backing energy cooperation with Petronas and pushed visa liberalisation and trade in local currencies as leaders seek deeper ASEAN-Russia ties. West Asia and markets: Asia shares jumped after the US and Iran signed an initial deal to end the war, easing oil and lifting risk appetite, even as investors watched Fed signals. Energy security pressure: The IEA warned Southeast Asia faces higher energy costs and vulnerability from fossil-fuel import dependence, with Strait of Hormuz disruptions driving a projected 2026 import bill. India-West Asia diplomacy: Trump called India a “trusted ally” playing a “big role” in addressing the West Asia crisis, while Modi urged Gulf stability and safe sea lanes. Philippines-Russia talks: Marcos met Putin on energy and food security, inviting a Russian visit to Manila. Trade facilitation win: Pakistan Single Window won an Asia-Pacific award for digital border clearance using risk scoring and automation. China auto push: Chinese brands are targeting right-hand-drive, affluent markets in Asia, with Hong Kong showing rapid EV gains.
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