AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy in Manila: Foreign ministers meet in Manila with regional security and human rights high on the agenda, as Malaysia’s Mohamad Hasan arrives to lead talks and the Philippines signals it will engage major powers including China and Australia. China Tensions: A separate Manila briefing says it’s unclear whether China’s Wang Yi will address controversy over racist depictions of Filipinos in China Daily. Indo-Pacific Defence Posture: Australia’s Army has published images of an M1A2 Abrams disguised with PLA-style markings for training, underscoring focus on China-linked scenarios. Payments Reform Debate: A push is building for less bank-dominated access to Australia’s payments infrastructure, with calls for direct participation and clearer liability rules to boost fintech competition. Jewish Security Costs: Australia’s Jewish synagogues have told the Royal Commission they’ve had to cancel services or divert funds because security guards are unaffordable. Koala Genetic Backup: UQ scientists are setting up a koala sperm and egg bank as a “genetic safety net” for declining wild populations. Climate Hit to Snow: NSW and Victorian ski resorts set July temperature records, threatening future snow reliability.
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