AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWest Asia Shock to Markets: India’s Sensex slid 561 points and the rupee weakened as oil prices jumped on renewed flare-ups around the Strait of Hormuz, dragging banks and auto stocks. Humanitarian Crisis: In Sudan, El Obeid remains under siege with fears of another massacre as the war between government forces and UAE-backed RSF grinds on. Regional Diplomacy: Turkmenistan’s deputy foreign minister met ASEAN chief Kao Kim Hourn in Jakarta, pushing cooperation on transport, energy, trade, digital economy, education and climate resilience. Energy & Industry: Indonesia says uncertainty is the “new normal” and vows stronger governance and financial reforms; separately, Turkmenistan highlights regional energy cooperation as a route to stability. Sports & Culture: Marie Antoinette “Toni” Leviste qualified two horses for the Asian Games in Japan; SEA V Cup volleyball begins in Candon with top regional teams. Tourism Policy: Thailand restored 30-day visa-free entry for Indian visitors after earlier changes hurt arrivals. Payments & Finance: Payfuture and UNIGOX partnered to expand cross-border payment infrastructure into Asia. Environment & Health: Indonesia moves to prevent forest fires ahead of a drier season; researchers warn about emerging tick-borne nairoviruses.
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