AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoASEAN Diplomacy: Manila hosted the 16th East Asia Summit and the ASEAN Regional Forum, with leaders urging unity as wars, trade friction and tech risks reshape the Indo-Pacific. Maritime Security: India’s Jaishankar warned that attacks on seafarers and civilian shipping can’t be tolerated, while ASEAN ministers pushed for open straits amid US-Iran tensions. Energy Shock Watch: Oil jumped as Houthi claims of attacks on Saudi tankers revived fears for Red Sea routes and Strait of Hormuz disruption, pressuring Asian markets and India’s import bill. Regional Cooperation: Japan pledged closer ASEAN-plus-three work on energy security and anti-scam efforts, and Indonesia urged stronger ASEAN-China resilience via RCEP and ACFTA 3.0. Power & Regulation: Nepal reappointed Dr. Ram Prasad Dhital to lead its Electricity Regulatory Commission, aiming to improve cross-border electricity trade governance. Digital & Telecom Push (India): Chhattisgarh targets 1,056 BSNL towers on-air by Dec 2026 and seeks more, alongside BharatNet Phase III connectivity rollout. Business Impact: Connaught Place retailers reported 65–70% sales drops after protests disrupted footfall. Healthcare Markets: New research forecasts rapid growth in 3D/4D ultrasound, wide-field OCT and preclinical medical device testing services.
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