AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUS–China Trade Tensions: China’s Ministry of Finance barred government buyers from purchasing products made by 46 designated US firms, while Beijing also imposed fresh export restrictions on 56 US companies, including defense-linked and rare-earth players, escalating retaliation in the tech and security standoff. China Foreign Investment Push: China rolled out a 15-measure action plan to stabilize and optimize foreign investment, including faster approvals for cross-border deals and expanded access for foreign-funded institutions. India Capital Markets: Reliance shares jumped after Jio filed for an IPO, while Aurobindo Pharma won FTC clearance for a $250m Lannett buyout to expand US manufacturing capacity. Corporate Deals & Orders: Kirloskar Oil Engines surged on a 196 MW power order tied to AI data centres; RVNL and Texmaco rose on new rail contracts. Government & Business Climate: Bangladesh aims to cut business start-up licensing to 14 days, and India’s markets take a Muharram holiday on June 26. Regional Investment & Connectivity: Malaysia and Bangladesh agreed to pursue a fast-track FTA and cooperation in energy, halal, semiconductors and AI; AirAsia X said it’s open to routes to Turkmenistan and Russia if demand and visas align. Middle East Jobs from Tourism: Kurdistan’s tourism push has created 20,000+ jobs, with most roles filled locally.
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