AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNepal Flood Response: Singapore’s MFA says it is sending a disaster victim identification team and humanitarian supplies to help after the Bhotekoshi floods, as Nepal coordinates international search, rescue and forensic work including DNA matching. Social Policy: Commentary highlights Singapore’s refreshed “social compact” for children of unwed parents, tracing how support for single parents has expanded while some tax relief still depends on marital status. AI Governance & Regulation: Singapore is moving to expand AI governance training via IMDA, update guidance on AI/cybersecurity/data sharing, and consult on stablecoin rules that could cover foreign-issued tokens with 100% reserves. Markets & Macro: Global bond selloffs and rising oil prices tied to US-Iran tensions are pushing yields to multi-decade highs, rattling regional stocks and raising borrowing costs that Singapore investors are watching closely. Local Administration: AVS reports a late rush to license about 7,000 cats for free as the two-year transition ends, with a virtual queue and extended portal hours to manage demand. Business & Tech: MAS backs fintech expansion with a S$220m push, while JioHotstar launches in the UK, Canada and Singapore with interactive features aimed at the South Asian diaspora.
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