AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAI & Workforce: Malaysia’s YYForce launched its Yolara AI staffing platform in Singapore, targeting frontline businesses with automated worker matching and shift coordination. Care Economy: Selangor aims to become a national and ASEAN care hub by 2030, courting investment as it prepares for an ageing population. Regional Risk: Indonesia’s fires have caused 277,075 acute respiratory illness cases across seven provinces by Oct. 12, renewing calls for ASEAN cooperation on prevention and firefighting as smoke disrupts neighboring communities. Investment: Sumitomo Life is considering acquisitions in Southeast Asia and the US, with up to ¥1 trillion earmarked for investment through March 2029 as it seeks growth beyond Japan. Trade: India wants to expand rupee-based settlements to keep trade flowing with partners short of hard currency. Growth & Energy: The IMF projects Asia-Pacific growth of 4.8% but warns of AI-related skills gaps; Odisha, meanwhile, needs about INR1.1 lakh crore for renewables, storage and grid upgrades by FY36.
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