AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBRICS Business Push: PM Modi used the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi to argue for safer sea routes, fewer trade barriers, and more cross-border dealmaking—citing UPI’s global reach and proposing new partnerships plus a push to link payment systems. Geopolitics & Trade Risk: Russian President Putin told the same forum the West is trying to regain leadership “by any means necessary,” including pressure on logistics and transport corridors, as sanctions climb. Payments & Fintech Awards: Payroc won four Digital Banker Global Cards & Payments Innovation Awards, spotlighting its gateway and in-store payments work. AI in Education: An OECD study finds “moderate” AI use in school (about weekly) can align with or improve performance, while heavy or rare use is linked to weaker results. Healthcare Costs in Malaysia: Malaysia’s medical claims inflation hit 12.28% in 2025, with more frequent claims—not just higher treatment prices—driving the rise. Local Economy & Housing: New York landlord challenges to Seattle-style rent-freeze politics are heating up, with legal experts warning outcomes could reshape lease renewals. SME Support (Malaysia): Malaysia’s KUSKOP is seeking Budget 2027 funding to back MSMEs while cutting bureaucracy and the cost of doing business.
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