AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoIndia-Bangladesh Tensions: Bangladesh says it has “no clarity” on Sheikh Hasina’s legal status in India and insists a “conducive environment” is needed before PM Tarique Rahman visits, keeping extradition at the center of talks. India Domestic Security: A stampede at Ashok Dham Temple in Bihar killed seven women after a snapped electric wire rumor sparked panic; authorities are probing the cause and CM ordered compensation. Defence Modernisation: India launched a $12bn plan to buy 60 medium transport aircraft and 150 jet trainers to expand IAF lift and pilot training, with Make in India manufacturing. Taiwan Strait: President Lai Ching-te said Taiwan will propose record 2027 defence spending above NT$1tn as China pressure grows. Japan Economy & Rates: Japan’s Q2 growth slowed to 0.3% QoQ annualized 1.1%, complicating Bank of Japan rate-hike timing amid Middle East-driven inflation. Pacific Politics: Experts warn foreign influence can quietly erode Pacific unity, not just via espionage but by shaping decision-making and consensus. Korea-Japan History: South Korea will revive a pro-Japanese asset investigation committee after 16 years, aiming to recover colonial-era illicit wealth. Cybersecurity: APT36-linked malware cluster targeted telecom and critical infrastructure across South Asia with fake Afghan/Indian lures.
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