AGP Executive Report
Last update: 30 minutes agoCivic Freedoms: Rights groups are urging Singapore to drop charges against six activists over peaceful assemblies, warning that prosecutions are chilling free expression and protest. Aviation and Trade: Bangladesh’s flag carrier has agreed to buy 10 Airbus jets as it expands its international network; combined with planned Boeing purchases, the order book would reach 35 aircraft. Space Race: South Korea’s Nuri rocket placed 15 satellites in orbit, while a larger role for private firms signals a shift toward a commercial space industry. Central Asia: Regional and Azerbaijani foreign ministers have set the agenda for a leaders’ meeting on trade, transport, energy and cultural ties, with the Middle Corridor a priority. Separately, weaker Chinese demand is transmitting the Hormuz disruption to Central Asia’s metals sector. Sport: The Philippines’ 29-medal Asian Games haul, its best in 60 years, has renewed calls for a long-term national sports development plan.
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