AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTrade & Diplomacy: South Korea’s President Lee abruptly dismissed trade minister Yeo Han-koo as the country faces unresolved U.S. tariff and investment issues, with the industry minister heading to Washington amid mounting questions. Policy Implementation: Jordan’s Jerash “Maidani” program found a gap between Cabinet-announced projects and on-the-ground delivery, with MPs citing 70–80% completion of 2025 commitments. Cost of Living & Social Spending: Malaysia is keeping 2027 Budget space for targeted cash support via SARA/Rahmah, with 2026 allocations reaching RM15bn and nearly nine million recipients. Diaspora Finance: Nepal is moving to let non-resident Nepalis invest in Nepal-based firms through foreign-currency IPOs, pending Cabinet approval. Digital & Business Regulation: India’s Finance Ministry plans “Project Insight 2.0” from Jan 27, 2028 to speed income-tax refunds and flag suspicious claims, as delays and late refunds have risen. Energy & Trade Routes: India is urged to treat Red Sea disruption as a persistent trade risk, strengthening shipping capacity, trade finance, naval protection, and alternative corridors. Public Health Rules: Kuwait issued new rules tightly restricting tobacco and nicotine sales and distribution, including bans in education and youth facilities.
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