AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoASEAN at 59: Malaysia marked ASEAN Day in Putrajaya, stressing political-security, economic and socio-cultural pillars and calling for stronger intra-ASEAN trade (currently under 25%) to boost the bloc’s growth. Football power struggle: UEFA, AFC and CONCACAF escalated pressure on FIFA chief Gianni Infantino, alleging he broke trust “through deception” over the World Cup commercial-rights plan; US and Canada football bodies backed the confederations’ call for governance change. Defense burden-sharing: A Pentagon official told Asian allies to invest more in defense to deter aggression, saying the US is “digging in” with partners, not protectorates. Indonesia defense industry: Indonesia began building its first Scorpene Evolved submarines domestically, a step toward a stronger local defense industrial base. Climate and disasters: The US recorded its hottest July on record; Indonesia is battling expanding wildfires, including closures at Mount Bromo National Park. Regional business and trade: Brazil’s beef exporters see Southeast Asia—especially the Philippines—as a key demand driver; Etihad launched a new Abu Dhabi–Tashkent route. Sports and culture: Nepal named Sandeep Lamichhane ODI captain; the Philippines’ Bulacan Dreamers won bronze in a softball world series.
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