AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoASEAN Summit: Manila is tightening security and traffic controls ahead of the Nov. 15–17 leaders’ meeting, while transport groups plan protests against U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit. Critics say preparations have displaced vendors and homeless people; officials say the clearances are for delegate safety. AI Investment: SoftBank, Grab and Petronas plan to seed major AI facilities in Malaysia with US$1.85 billion, as Prime Minister Anwar urges the country to build its own technology capabilities. Regional Infrastructure: ASEAN faces a financing gap as it seeks up to US$7.1 trillion for infrastructure by 2040, according to the ADB. Central Asia: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s Samarkand visit, accompanied by more than 200 business representatives, signals a stronger U.S. focus on investment, critical minerals and regional security. Sport: Chennai is set to host the 2029 Asian Athletics Championships, pending government guarantees.
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