AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoChina’s Economy: China grew 4.5% in the third quarter and 4.6% in the first nine months, beating forecasts as exports and industrial output lifted growth. But weak domestic demand remains a concern. Korean Peninsula: North Korea threatened to deploy more strike weapons and resume border broadcasts. Seoul warned of a firm response, while South Korea said it would withdraw more embassy staff from Ukraine amid a dispute over North Korean prisoners of war. Japan: JAXA launched a five-year mission to explore Phobos and collect samples for return to Earth, planned for 2031. In Tokyo, protesters rallied against the government’s military buildup and push to revise the constitution. Philippines-China Tensions: Manila summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan after he said China could “easily win” a confrontation. The envoy protested that Philippine officials had taken his remarks out of context, as business leaders warned further escalation could hurt trade. Central Asia: The United States pledged to expand trade corridors, critical-mineral supply chains and technology training, as Washington seeks stronger ties with the region.
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