AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBIMP-EAGA Momentum: Mindanao is pushing to become the Philippines’ main gateway to Southeast Asia, aligning 100+ infrastructure projects under the BIMP-Eaga Vision 2035 to speed up trade, tourism, investment, and cross-border links—especially through local government-led cooperation and direct routes like flights and shipping. ASEAN Summit Follow-Through: A Cebu commentary argues ASEAN’s biggest wins need the same “honesty” as the summit itself—especially on the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement and the new ASEAN Maritime Centre, where details still need ironing out. ASEAN 2026 in Business Spotlight: The Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship is set to take centre stage at the BusinessWorld Economic Forum 2026, pitching “regional vision to corporate action.” Industry Watch: China Telecom completed the Asia Link Cable landing in Hong Kong, linking China, Singapore, the Philippines, Vietnam, Brunei and Malaysia; meanwhile, Bharti Airtel is set to lift its Airtel Africa stake to 79%. Brunei-China Ties: China’s VP Han Zheng met Brunei’s crown prince, calling for deeper practical cooperation as bilateral ties mark 35 years.
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