AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRegional Haze: Indonesian wildfires have killed four people battling blazes on Java and sent toxic smoke across Southeast Asia, closing schools and worsening respiratory illness. Singapore is weighing legal action against companies linked to the fires. Markets: Asian shares rebounded after a tech sell-off, but Indonesia’s market plunged more than 10% after MSCI warned it could downgrade the country’s emerging-market status. Asian Cup: Saudi organizers say January’s tournament remains on schedule, though the AFC says a delay to 2028 is possible amid Houthi attacks. Jobs and Growth: The IMF forecasts Asia-Pacific growth of 4.8% this year, helped by semiconductor and AI demand, but warns AI could deepen skills gaps and underemployment. Pakistan: A school roof collapse in Peshawar killed 27 children and a teacher and injured more than 30; residents called for an investigation into construction standards. Regional Tensions: Cambodia’s Hun Manet urged dialogue to resolve its stalled border dispute with Thailand. In Manila, China’s ambassador drew condemnation after saying Beijing could easily win a conflict with the Philippines.
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