AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEl Niño & Monsoon Outlook: Malaysia’s MetMalaysia warns Johor and Melaka could see 20–40% less rainfall in the Northeast Monsoon, with hotter conditions likely later into 2027. ASEAN Diplomacy: Philippines President Marcos Jr. called ASEAN the country’s “safe harbor” in his SONA, stressing security and food/energy resilience as regional tensions persist. Investment Climate Push: Philippine business groups backed Marcos’ plans on easing doing-business and a proposed AI hub, but said execution and lower costs must follow. Central Banking Watch: Pakistan’s central bank kept its key rate at 11.50%, flagging possible inflation easing if Middle East tensions don’t escalate, while warning El Niño and commodity swings could still bite. Trade Support for SMEs: Bangladesh will waive booth rental fees for small entrepreneurs at international fairs, alongside longer trade licence validity and online licensing. West Asia Risk: Iran and the US traded claims over negotiations after a US pause in strikes, keeping uncertainty high over the Strait of Hormuz. Climate & Cooling Gap: A report says extreme heat could add ~430,000 deaths a year by 2050, with many affected regions lacking power for lifesaving cooling. Vancouver Development: A major Downtown Vancouver rezoning hearing advanced after many public speakers didn’t show, with council set to vote on the project this week.**
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