AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoChina Trade: China’s surplus hit $1.04 trillion in the first 10 months, with October exports up 35.2% year on year as AI demand offset weak domestic consumption—fueling trade tensions ahead of the Xi-Trump APEC meeting. ASEAN Infrastructure: The ADB estimates Southeast Asia needs $7.1 trillion through 2040, leaving an annual $264 billion funding gap at current public investment levels. Malaysia’s AI Push: SoftBank, Grab and Sarawak’s Petros plan $1.85 billion in initial capital for AI infrastructure. Malaysia’s technology minister says developing local skills will be vital to turning high-tech investment into lasting gains. Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy: The ADB approved a $98 million loan for broadband, digital public services and cybersecurity, with a focus on underserved communities and businesses. Regional Investment: Foreign institutions recorded US$381.3 million in net inflows to Malaysian shares last week, led by financial, transport and construction stocks. EU-ASEAN Ties: Brussels’ budget dispute clouds future funding for Global Gateway infrastructure and green projects in Southeast Asia.
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