AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEducation Reform: The Philippines is preparing to implement the “Last Mile” and GIDA Schools Act on Aug. 12, 2026, promising multi-agency support, infrastructure standards, and incentives for teachers in remote and disaster- or conflict-affected areas. Trade & Economy: The Philippines’ trade deficit widened in June to $4.9B, but exports hit an all-time high as outbound shipments surged, keeping the gap the smallest in four months. Digital & SMEs: Malaysia says its proposed Digital Economy Framework Agreement could help MSMEs tap Asean’s 680-million market, with e-invoicing rollout using threshold exemptions for firms not ready yet. Aviation Regulation: Qatar’s Civil Aviation Authority outlined new drone licensing rules under a 2026 law, including mandatory registration and different licensing tracks for individuals and companies. Disaster Response: Odisha floods killed at least three and left over 5 lakh affected, with evacuations and relief centres expanding as officials plan for possible medium flooding. Governance & Law: South Africa’s SECTION27 is pushing court action to force better use and maintenance of the National Child Protection Register, aiming to keep predators out of child-contact jobs. Energy & Industry: France’s Societe Generale posted record quarterly profit as retail banking rebounded, while Ohio’s only national forest faces a September fracking land auction.
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