AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAustralia-Philippines security ties: Australia’s Federal Police will expand joint training with the Philippine National Police, boosting cybercrime and transnational crime capability as Manila deepens partnerships across the region. Indo-Pacific defence cooperation: Australia is listed among the countries backing the US-led Pax Silica hub, which the Philippines says could generate major jobs and revenue if fully operational. Regional diplomacy in Manila: East Asia and ASEAN foreign ministers met amid Middle East, Ukraine and South China Sea tensions, with calls for unity and dialogue. Cyber threat alert: US and allied nations, including Australia, warned that Russian-linked hackers stole emails via a Zimbra flaw without needing victims to click links. Oil and cost pressures: Red Sea attacks and Houthi strikes pushed Brent toward $100, lifting market anxiety that can flow through to fuel prices. AI and jobs: More companies worldwide are citing AI-related layoffs, adding to pressure on governments and regulators. Local business update: KMD Brands flagged performance changes and plans to sell a Southeast Asian manufacturing facility, with Rip Curl and Oboz trading updates.
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