AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoASEAN Security: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth proposed an “ambitious” new defense framework with ASEAN, as regional leaders met in Cebu and urged unity despite differences over the South China Sea. Japan-Philippines Ties: Manila and Tokyo agreed to work toward transferring a decommissioned Japanese Abukuma-class warship to the Philippine Navy, with training and maintenance support. Myanmar Aid: Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro led an ASEAN humanitarian mission to Myanmar, delivering supplies to displaced people ahead of next month’s summit. Research Investment: The Philippines spends just 0.276% of GDP on research and development, well below Singapore and Malaysia, raising concerns about its capacity to build technology and local industries. Energy Costs: A U.S. cruise ship docked in Cambodia suspended its voyage after fuel costs surged, leaving 203 passengers without a confirmed departure date.
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