AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy in Manila: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Iran’s push to control and collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz would set a “dangerous precedent,” as he pledged the U.S. will keep protecting shipping while leaving room for talks. West Asia Shockwaves: Malaysia signaled the cost impact of the Strait crisis, raising unsubsidised RON97/RON95 and diesel prices for July 23–29, citing higher Brent and shipping disruptions. Protest Crackdown: In Pasay, Philippine police said they briefly restricted photojournalists covering a rally outside an ASEAN meeting after officers heard “something bad,” while media groups alleged harassment during scuffles. Scam Economy: UNODC said scam networks in Asia-Pacific stole $88–$114 billion in 2025, with Cambodia singled out as a crackdown target as syndicates use AI and franchised operations. Food Security: A UN report found Africa has overtaken Asia as the region with the most hungry people, with hunger and unaffordable healthy diets worsening amid funding gaps. Central Asia Watch: China’s investment in Uzbekistan topped $8 billion this year, with trade and Chinese-capital enterprises rising as ties expand beyond infrastructure.
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