AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTrade & Investment Policy: Malaysia says it will review new investment applicants to ensure they create jobs and real economic value, after concerns about firms using warehouses and transit without benefits; it also pushed a national RCEP Business Advisory Council network to close the gap between awareness and actual use of the trade pact. Cross-Border Trade: Malaysia’s trade with Taiwan is expected to stay resilient, with 1H 2026 bilateral trade up 34.7% to RM147.8bn, helped by deep semiconductor supply-chain integration. Macro & Markets: Hong Kong inflation eased to 1.7% in July, while markets tracked easing bond yields and renewed foreign buying after a losing streak. Energy & Industry: Gradiant expands US operations with new leadership, offices and long-term water services contracts, while Bangladesh’s RMG sector is urged to scale rooftop solar via blended finance and cluster investment models. Corporate Moves: Marco Capital agreed to acquire Pro Global to build a larger specialist insurance services group; PPG reshaped leadership across coatings segments effective Sept. 1, 2026. Geopolitics & Sanctions: The UAE’s indefinite trade embargo on Iran is expected to intensify pressure on Iran’s economy and critical imports.
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