AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDigital Infrastructure Push: Gujarat launched its Viksit Gujarat Data Centre Policy 2026-29 to lure hyperscale data centres, AI infrastructure and digital services, arguing India holds 20% of global data but only ~3% of capacity. AI Governance Clash: Microsoft’s Brad Smith warned Washington is “regulation without transparent or complete rules,” as AI model access restrictions leave firms guessing. Trade & Energy Deals: India and Australia sealed an agreement to enable long-term Australian uranium exports to India and agreed to fast-track a broader free trade pact and deeper cooperation on critical minerals and clean energy. Middle East Risk Premium: The US and Iran traded strikes again over the Strait of Hormuz, keeping global shipping and oil-risk front and center. Tax & Business Climate: Angola’s government and parliament adjusted the first chapter of a corporate income tax bill, aiming to close gaps and better cover untaxed corporate income. Local Economic Strain: Nepal’s micro and small enterprise registrations fell about 75% in five years, with entrepreneurs citing weak finance and uneven support. Labour Costs: Kenya’s government defended a new minimum wage after employer concerns about affordability for SMEs.
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