AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWest Asia Oil Watch: Malaysia will keep monitoring West Asia developments before deciding whether to restore its BUDI MADANI RON95 petrol quota from 200 litres, saying it’s too early to judge the impact of a temporary US-Iran ceasefire. Bangladesh–Malaysia Migration: Bangladesh’s PM Tarique Rahman urged Malaysia to reopen the labour market for Bangladeshi workers, citing concerns over exploitation and pushing for transparent recruitment and better handling of detained workers. ASEAN Tech & AI: ASEAN’s science, technology and innovation advisory council met in Vientiane, reviewing AI-focused health work and startup and space-technology cooperation plans. Malaysia Trade Surge: Malaysia’s exports grew 24.3% in Jan–May 2026, with AI infrastructure-linked semiconductors driving gains and a record trade surplus of RM132.77bn. Central Asia Growth: Uzbekistan is betting on fintech ecosystems and a faster-than-expected aviation boom, with Tashkent’s airport demand already ahead of forecasts. Energy Deal Signals Confidence: Economists said Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim’s Turkmenistan visit and Petronas agreements go beyond diplomacy, boosting investor confidence amid geopolitical and protectionism risks.
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