AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRegional Connectivity: South Korea says the 8,900km AUG East subsea cable will land in Saemangeum’s National Industrial Complex, with construction starting Jan 2027 and branches connected to Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Taiwan, targeting completion in Q3 2029. Energy & Trade Pressure: Reports track how India’s Russian crude imports hit a June record (+34% month-on-month) even as Russia’s oil export revenues dip, underscoring shifting supply flows amid global price swings. Logistics & Policy: Malaysia’s logistics debate gets a reality check as commentators point to its existing Logistics and Trade Facilitation Masterplan (LTFM) and sector plans as a foundation for further upgrades. ASEAN-India Commerce: India and ASEAN begin talks to review and modernise AITIGA, with India pushing for a more balanced deal as its trade deficit with ASEAN widens. Brunei Industry Angle: Brunei’s Secret Signal joins Brunei’s Secret Signal and Sarawak acts for Rock-In-The-City 2026 in Kuching, while Brunei tour guides get training to improve Borneo history knowledge ahead of Visit Brunei Year 2027.
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