AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoIndo-Pacific Security: The U.S., Australia and Japan kicked off the trilateral “Southern Cross” F-35 exercise in Australia as China conducted a ballistic missile test in the South Pacific, underscoring rising regional tensions. Disaster Response: Japan’s southwestern Ishigaki island is bracing for Typhoon Bavi after the storm devastated Guam and the Northern Marianas, while China has raised emergency levels and deployed relief. Energy & Industry: India’s power minister says peak demand could hit 300 GW next year, boosting the case for energy storage; India also flags EV heavy-truck electrification with Montra’s first Rhino 5538 deliveries. Trade & Finance: India bonds rose as investors bought after a selloff, even as U.S.-Iran jitters pushed oil higher. China-Philippines Tensions: Chinese academics claim Batanes belongs to China via Taiwan, with Manila facing a “lawfare” narrative push, according to a maritime transparency group. China-Africa Links: Nigeria opened a $250mn Chinese-built lithium plant to move up the battery supply chain; Malaysia Airlines launched new direct China routes to Shenzhen and Changsha. Sports: Australia’s Zitina Aokuso starred as the Opals beat China 2-0 in Melbourne, strengthening World Cup qualification hopes.
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