AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAI Workforce Push: Philippines’ PSAC urged a National AI Implementation Taskforce to fix fragmented execution of the National AI Strategy, focusing on skills and jobs. Climate-Linked Investment: DENR plans to open 1.18M hectares of forest lands for “climate-smart investments,” projecting P38T in output value over 25 years. Policy for Capital: Malaysia’s finance minister said public capital should unlock markets while banks, VC and private equity take more risk. Corporate Dealmaking: Newmark agreed to buy Germany’s L+P Immobilienbewertungs to expand valuation and advisory in Europe. M&A in Healthcare: Richmond University Medical Center is reportedly seeking a merger partner as it runs at a loss. Market Signals: SoftBank Group profit fell 18% despite AI investment gains; Microsoft’s AI growth is questioned because OpenAI is still the main driver. Regulation & Compliance: Australia’s ASIC unveiled a new small-business strategy, promising clearer guidance and tougher action on phoenix activity. Tax for Foreign Capital: India’s Lok Sabha passed a tax amendment bill aimed at attracting foreign investment and easing compliance for offshore funds. Women-Led Growth: Kingdom Bank and AWEP Kenya launched a program to boost women-led SMEs with tailored finance and support.
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