AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCentral Banking Shake-up: Indonesia’s Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo has resigned; Senior Deputy Governor Destry Damayanti will automatically take over as acting governor while the government processes the dismissal. Markets & Energy: Asia stocks rose as oil prices slid after the U.S. and Iran paused attacks while discussing a possible interim ceasefire; Brent and U.S. crude fell sharply, easing pressure on equities. Trade & Diplomacy: Pakistan reported thwarting more than 400 cyberattacks in 2026 and urged stronger AI governance and a national cyber security authority; separately, the U.S. is expanding maritime diplomacy around the Bab el-Mandeb as disruptions threaten about 12% of global trade. Governance & Housing: Ireland approved plans to expand the Land Development Agency’s powers, including wider compulsory purchase and more private-home building, aiming for 17,000 homes by 2030. Legal & Rights: South Korea’s court moved to nullify ex-President Yoon Suk-yeol’s 2022 election over election-law violations, potentially forcing repayment of election expenses. Public Safety & Law: India introduced a bill to tighten rules against paper leaks, including fast-track courts and quicker investigations. Local Justice: South Africa’s government urged action against witchcraft violence targeting elderly people, calling for religious and traditional leaders to help stop attacks.
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