AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMonetary Policy: Pakistan’s central bank raised its key rate by 0.5 percentage point to 12%, citing energy-driven inflation risks and uncertainty over the Middle East conflict. US-Canada Trade: Talks have intensified, but Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is holding to its demands and progress depends on Washington moving closer to Ottawa’s position. China Trade Rules: Beijing is seeking public comment on draft rules that could restrict trade, investment or entry for foreign entities accused of threatening Chinese trade secrets. Cost of Living: Ahead of its Budget, the UK government plans to remove tariffs on more than 100 products, including some foods, and make a higher tax-free mileage allowance permanent. Brazil’s Economy: Lula’s election victory brings promises to invest in digital, green and creative industries, as markets react sharply to the result. Trade Ties: Qatar and Uzbekistan say bilateral trade grew more than 30% in 2025 as they discuss expanding investment and private-sector cooperation.
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