AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRegional Diplomacy: Kuwait’s ambassador to Indonesia and ASEAN, Khaled Al-Yassin, condemned Iran’s attacks on GCC civilian infrastructure as violations of international law, while Singapore’s ambassador Gerard Ho backed calls for hostilities to stop and disputes to be resolved peacefully. Singapore Policy Watch: NEA pushed back on claims tied to Beverage Container Return Scheme refunds, saying a single machine transaction can cover multiple containers and that 5.5 million containers were returned via over one million transactions. North Korea-US Signals: Trump again posted a 2019 Panmunjom photo with Kim Jong-un, saying they “get along GREAT,” as Pyongyang’s deeper ties with Moscow continue to shape the backdrop for any possible talks. Singapore-Linked Sports: Thailand beat Singapore 3-1 in the first leg of the ASEAN Championship semi-final, with Ilhan Fandi scoring late for the Lions. Local Business/Crime: A former PHV driver-turned-vending machine boss, Lim Jian Bin, was declared bankrupt after investors put in up to $4m, with police reports following stalled returns. Tech Governance: Google’s new Android sideloading rules will require developer verification on certified devices, with enforcement starting in Singapore and other markets from September 2026.
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