AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoASEAN Trade Boost: ASEAN members agreed to provisionally apply an upgraded ATIGA protocol, aiming to keep intra-regional trade moving despite Middle East disruptions. Hong Kong Investment Push: Hong Kong signed a protocol to amend its ASEAN investment agreement, promising non-discriminatory treatment across 10 ASEAN states. EU-Canada Pivot: Macron backed the EU plan to make Canada its first “associate member,” as Carney and EU leaders frame deeper ties in defense, space, energy and AI amid tougher US relations. Energy Shock Politics: The EU said there’s no bloc-wide windfall tax yet, but it’s open to discussion as fuel prices stay near records. Iran-US Standoff: Iran ruled out talks over the Strait of Hormuz until US conditions are met, while Trump says he’s in “deciding mode” with “very big things” ahead. UN Reform Pressure: UN chief Guterres renewed calls for global financial reform and permanent African seats at the Security Council. China-ASEAN Expo: China’s vice premier opened the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo, stressing FTA upgrades and deeper economic integration. Australia UN Bid: Albanese launched Australia’s campaign for a 2029–2030 UN Security Council seat, linking it to cost-of-living and inflation concerns.
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