AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTrade & Tariffs: Shanghai Customs says China’s expanded zero-tariff access for African countries (in force since May 1) has already boosted imports to 53 eligible nations, with tariff cuts and faster clearance for fresh produce and components. Indo-Pacific Strategy: PM Modi begins a three-nation push in Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand to deepen trade, defence, connectivity and maritime cooperation under the Act East agenda. Fiscal Accountability Clash: Nigeria’s finance ministry rejects an IMF-linked claim of ₦8.83tn spent outside the 2025 budget, arguing the allegation misreads legitimate financing operations. Banking Regulation: India’s AIBEA urges RBI-linked penalties to be tied to accountable officials, warning banks (and taxpayers) are absorbing compliance fines. Energy Policy: Hungary unveils a wind expansion plan to restart stalled capacity growth and pair it with grid upgrades. Climate Shock to Farms: Himachal’s apple output is forecast to fall ~40% in 2026 as unseasonal rains and hail hit the Rs 5,000-crore sector. Digital Trade Facilitation: Nigeria’s customs chief backs AfCFTA customs modernisation via interoperable digital systems, aiming to cut cross-border delays. Local Security Spending: Victoria (Australia) launches a Hospitality Security Fund to help small venues pay for CCTV and alarms after crime-linked attacks.
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