AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoLocal Governance & Budgeting: Bangladesh’s finance minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury urged democratising the economy so political democracy can work, while economists warn the Local Government Support Fund should follow clear rules to avoid patronage ahead of 2028. Identity Politics vs Performance: Malaysia’s PKR leaders pushed back on race-and-religion narratives, arguing poverty and drug addiction are the real threats and calling for performance-based politics. Defense Procurement & Politics: The US Navy’s Ford-class carrier redesign debate highlights how political preferences can collide with engineering and cost realities. Middle East Economic Pressure: Iran rejected US threats of an indefinite naval blockade and “full control” over the Strait of Hormuz, framing it as economic warfare. Science & Health: A New Jersey meteorite study reports amino acids and prebiotic molecules, while Djokovic revealed a long-running health issue worsened by heat and humidity. Business & Jobs: Bangladesh’s Mongla Economic Zone plans 60,000 jobs in two phases, and Qatar doubles down on logistics to boost e-commerce and distribution. Tech & Telecom: The UAE topped Kearney’s Global Telecom Health Index, with Qatar close behind.
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