AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 hours agoASEAN Digital Economy: Negotiations on the region’s first comprehensive digital economy pact, the ASEAN DEFA, have wrapped up in Manila, clearing the way for signing in November and aiming to lift the bloc’s digital economy from a projected US$1tn by 2030 to potentially US$2tn. China-Philippines Security: Manila’s defence chief says any warmer ties with Beijing hinge on whether China’s government becomes “trustworthy,” while stressing concerns over Chinese conduct in the South China Sea. China-Nuclear Watch: Satellite imagery reviewed by analysts points to new launch pads and hardened facilities near China’s nuclear missile silos in Xinjiang, raising second-strike and survivability questions. US Allies on the Move: The US, UK and Australia unveiled a faster AUKUS push to develop underwater drones to protect undersea infrastructure, with early capabilities targeted next year. Japan-Philippines Naval Links: A Japanese JMSDF ship made a three-day port call in Davao City, with drills aimed at boosting interoperability. Canada-China Reset: Beijing says ties with Canada are “fully restored” after high-level talks, including plans to resume political and security consultations. Culture & Soft Power: San Francisco’s Chinatown opened the “Out Museum,” billed as the world’s first Chinese queer museum.
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