AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPhilippines Currency Watch: The peso hit fresh record lows, with MUFG calling it Asia’s “weakest link” as markets doubt BSP can cool inflation without further hurting growth; the dollar-peso topped 62.265 after the BSP’s Aug. 27 rate hike. Energy Finance: The Philippines’ $170m geothermal derisking fund could back more exploration firms, with officials saying about five additional developers are still being assessed for support. Bali Safety: Tourists fled a Bali restaurant fire after a hydrogen balloon reportedly ignited, spreading fast and leaving an estimated $226,000 in damage. Central Asia Diplomacy: Xi and Kyrgyz President Japarov signed a treaty on permanent good-neighborliness and more than 20 cooperation documents as China, Russia and India gathered for the SCO summit in Bishkek. Fashion Backlash: The Met Museum canceled John Galliano’s 2027 retrospective after renewed backlash over his antisemitic and racist remarks. India Economy & Social Policy: India’s Q1 GDP grew 7.8% despite West Asia-linked pressures, while Bhopal launched a “Period Emergency Point” offering free pads and washroom access for urgent menstrual needs. Fast Fashion Regulation: France moves to levy ultra-fast fashion fees targeting Shein and Temu, aiming to curb environmental harm.
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