AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCricket Diplomacy: India’s women refused to accept the Women’s Asia Cup trophy from ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi in Dubai after beating Sri Lanka by 72 runs, with BCCI calling it a “collective decision” and noting Naqvi raised no objection—another sign of India-Pakistan tensions spilling into sport. Disciplinary Action: India’s Kranti Gaud was fined 10% of her match fee and given a demerit point for a send-off gesture in the final; Pakistan also copped a 5% fine for slow over-rate in the semi-final. Energy Security: A surge in oil prices is testing Malaysia and Asean as West Asia disruptions hit supply, including Saudi pipeline shutdowns and wider shipping risks. Regional Power Planning: APEC energy ministers in Beijing urged stronger Asia-Pacific energy security as electricity demand rises, with AI data centres adding extra strain. AI & Science Ties: South Korea and Central Asia moved to deepen cooperation on AI and science, including climate tech commercialization plans. Public Health in the Pacific: WHO and partners pushed suicide prevention as a whole-of-society responsibility at an Asia-Pacific forum in Fiji. Business & Trade: Canada reported a 30% jump in exports to China in H1 2026 as it diversifies amid US trade friction.
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