AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoJapan–China Tensions & Markets: Japan kept quiet as the yen neared 160 per dollar, signaling a more cautious approach after earlier intervention failed to fully reverse losses. US–China Tech & Trade: US lawmakers pushed TRAIN and BRIDGE Acts to counter China’s Belt and Road and economic coercion, while Arm’s CEO warned banning AI CPU chip exports to China would be “nearly impossible.” China’s Global Reach: China launched its first privately funded ocean research vessel and backed Bangladesh’s UNGA president-elect Khalilur Rahman, while Chinese EVs and robotaxis surged abroad—XPeng led Israel’s EV sales and WeRide plans a Madrid robotaxi pilot with Uber. Regional Economy: AMRO raised ASEAN+3 inflation forecasts to 1.8% for 2026, citing West Asia conflict-driven energy and logistics pressures. Food & Supply Chains: China and Kazakhstan agreed a joint grain-trading platform, pointing to more regionalised food sourcing. Japan Local News: A bear attack in Fukushima injured four people and prompted school closures. Sports: Kei Nishikori will end his career at the Japan Open; Kim Hyo-joo leads South Korea’s contingent at the US Women’s Open.
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