AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTrade Diplomacy & Deals: India and France co-chaired the Economic and Financial Dialogue, zeroing in on critical minerals, economic sovereignty, supply chains, and financial-sector links. North America Trade Talks: The U.S., Canada and Mexico have started negotiations to reshape USMCA during its first mandatory review, with changes aimed at boosting North American manufacturing and tightening rules around China-linked imports. Maritime Security & Costs: Britain and France called the Strait of Hormuz a “vital highway” and signaled possible multinational action; meanwhile, freight rates jumped to two-year highs as geopolitics and corridor disruptions raise shipping costs. Policy Implementation & Governance: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim said Bumiputera empowerment is now a whole-of-government job under PuTERA35, with ministries reporting progress. Business & Regulation: China opened public feedback on draft amendments to its e-commerce law, expanding platform oversight and cross-regulator coordination. Local Economy Watch: PNG’s economy is still on track for ~4.6% growth in 2026, with resilience tied to exports, FX availability, and investment. Infrastructure Delivery: Nigeria’s Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa road work resumed after ministerial directives on quality and palliative handling.
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