AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoASEAN Integration Push: ASEAN Economic Ministers in the Philippines agreed to roll out the upgraded ATIGA trade-in-goods pact ahead of schedule, aiming to cut barriers and speed cross-border movement by end-2026, as the bloc looks to stay competitive amid global uncertainty. Inclusive Business Focus: The Philippines, as ASEAN chair, will host an inclusive business forum on Sept 22 with OECD backing, targeting MSMEs and farmers to plug into regional and global value chains. China-ASEAN Connectivity Boost: The Pinglu Canal is set to lower logistics costs and deepen China-ASEAN trade links, with China-ASEAN Expo participants highlighting AI-enabled cooperation from satellite monitoring to smarter logistics. Energy Shock Watch: Fiji secured a US$210m ADB package to build fiscal resilience and disaster financing as higher fuel and food costs weigh on growth. Critical Minerals & Trade Rules: A nickel deal review in Europe spotlights how governments may protect supply chains while avoiding investment freezes. Philippines Economy Agenda: ASEAN ministers also discussed digital transformation and priority green sectors like solar, smart grids and carbon capture to attract higher-quality investment.
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