AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy: Malaysia’s foreign minister says the South China Sea Code of Conduct is on track to be finalised at the 49th ASEAN Summit in Manila, with key paragraphs still needing agreement—aimed at keeping the waterway “free, safe and accessible.” Cybercrime & Scams: A UNODC report puts Asia-Pacific scam losses in 2025 at $88.3B–$114.1B, driven by Chinese-origin syndicates that use AI and “corporate franchising” style operations to launder money and expand across markets. Next-Gen Solar Manufacturing: Rayzon Solar and Caelux sign a 5 GW, five-year deal to make hybrid perovskite-silicon modules in India, targeting up to 28% efficiency and scaling domestic production. ASEAN Education: ASEAN Education Ministers launch a 2026–2030 five-year work plan, prioritising AI in education, STEM, and student well-being. Healthcare Innovation (M&A): Repligen agrees to acquire BioLife Solutions in a ~$1.5B deal to expand cell-therapy capabilities. Energy Security: ADB and Japan back a $10M fund (WISER) to strengthen water security and resilience across Asia-Pacific.
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