AGP Executive Report
Last update: 37 minutes agoUK Politics & Growth Strategy: Andy Burnham was confirmed as Britain’s next prime minister, with a push for big decentralisation and a “bottom-up” approach to revive anaemic growth and tackle the cost-of-living. Energy & Industry Policy: Germany’s solar industry warned that proposed cuts to small-solar subsidies could collapse investment and threaten jobs, as the Renewable Energy Act and grid rules move through drafts. Tax & Illicit Markets: Economist Arthur Laffer said the Philippines’ repeated tobacco tax hikes may be backfiring—raising illicit cigarette trade and hurting revenue control. Fuel Pricing Reform: Pakistan’s petroleum minister defended a shift to daily fuel price adjustments, arguing it will curb abuse and reduce political interference. Digital Economy Regulation: Nigeria unveiled Phase 2 of its Legal Basis project for data protection, aiming to strengthen compliance with the 2023 data protection law. Trade & Diplomacy: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to Manila for ASEAN foreign ministers’ meetings, while Mexico’s president plans to attend the World Cup final amid ongoing US trade tensions. Infrastructure & Logistics: Ghana said Keta Port and Ho Airport projects are on track, with Keta Port’s environmental permit granted and construction nearing completion. Public Health & Social Protection: Nigeria’s health insurance coverage remains low, with stakeholders urging faster enrolment to prevent households from falling into medical debt.
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