AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoIran-US Economic War: Iran’s central bank governor says oil exports have effectively hit zero as US sanctions freeze foreign currency reserves, while Tehran rejects Trump’s “Economic D-Day” and warns it’s a diversion from US debt and interest costs. US Debt & Rates: The US national debt crossed $40 trillion as Treasury yields hit a 19-year high, pushing mortgage rates higher and raising fears of renewed borrowing stress. Global Pressure on Iran: Trump escalated threats, warning any country aiding Iran—via oil smuggling, swap lines, cash transfers, exchange houses, ship registries or front companies—faces “tremendous” economic consequences. Black Sea Security: Romania destroyed a naval drone near the Neptun Deep gas project; EU chief von der Leyen called it part of an “escalating campaign of threats,” framing it as hybrid warfare. Trade & Growth: Malaysia reported July trade up 37.3% to RM364.7bn, with exports and imports both rising. Regional Business Link: Malaysia became the first RCEP participating country to set up a national RCEP Business Advisory Council network to boost real-world use of the deal. Asia Diplomacy Watch: Trump said he expects to meet North Korea’s Kim Jong Un later this year, as Kim’s sister cast doubt on recent contact.
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