AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSemiconductors & Power Reality Check: India’s chip push is hitting a basic constraint: electricity. A new report argues fabs will come only after India builds enough reliable power to support “Semiconductors Made in India.” EVs Meet the Grid: The IEA says global EV sales jumped 20% in 2025 to 20M+ cars, but competition is shifting to software-defined vehicles, AI, and batteries—raising the stakes for energy security. India EV Infrastructure Bet: SunCharge Motors closed seed funding to develop solar-assisted EV mobility aimed at reducing dependence on charging networks. Connected Mobility Governance: India’s TRAI extended the V2X consultation deadline to June 4, pushing smart-transport safety and security rules. China Finance Signal: China’s central bank urged banks to boost May lending as credit demand stays weak. EU-China Trade Pressure: EU industry chief Stephane Sejourne says Brussels will broaden import quotas and tariffs against China to protect sectors like chemicals, metals, and clean tech. Cybersecurity Watch: ESET’s APT report flags China-aligned groups targeting maritime, energy, and AI robotics in South Korea. Energy Security Shock: Oil jumped after US strikes on Iran, while Asia stocks slid—another reminder of how Middle East instability ripples into tech and supply chains.
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