AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGlobal Risks: Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan warned that conflict, supply-chain disruptions and high debt are raising price pressures, while the world’s capacity to absorb fresh shocks is shrinking. WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said the Iran conflict and other geopolitical shocks are likely to leave lasting changes in trade routes. Pakistan’s Outlook: Foreign reserves have risen to $21.5 billion and growth reached 3.7% in FY26, the central bank says, but attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure threaten the outlook. Trade and Payments: India is promoting rupee and local-currency settlements to keep essential imports moving for partners short of foreign exchange. Canada and India also report progress toward a trade pact, with a Canadian mission securing 34 deals worth nearly $300 million. Economic Shifts: Poland’s planned upgrade to developed-market status in 2027 reflects sustained growth and stronger capital markets. Japan’s officials say deflation is over, but face the test of turning rising wages and investment into durable growth.
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