AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAsian Games shockwaves: China routed Philippines’ Gilas 105-61, ending the Philippines’ gold defense and triggering heavy criticism at home, while North Korea sports diplomacy: its women’s team opened with a 10-0 win over Bangladesh in Osaka, drawing pro-Pyongyang fans. Okinawa politics: Japan’s Okinawa gubernatorial election ousted an anti–U.S. base governor, but analysts warn the central government still faces deep local division over the Futenma-to-Henoko plan. AI and U.S.-China friction: China rejected claims it helped Iran target a U.S. base in Jordan, as Trump shrugged off the report and said “we spy too,” while Beijing also pushed back on calls to slow AI development. Energy and costs: Oil jumped after attacks disrupted Saudi supply routes, feeding subsidy and inflation pressure across Malaysia and ASEAN. Regional cooperation: ASEAN ministers meet in Manila on disaster resilience implementation, and South Korea and Central Asia (including Kazakhstan) look to expand AI and science ties. Trade and tourism: Thailand launched “Nihao Month” to boost Chinese travel for Golden Week, and Malaysia promoted halal governance via MIHAS 2026.
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