AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoASEAN Diplomacy: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told ASEAN partners in Manila the U.S. “will never abandon” the bloc, pointing to $2.5bn in strategic investments and $1.5bn via the Development Finance Corporation. Border Humanitarian Fallout: Cambodia’s FM Prak Sokhonn urged ASEAN to back the safe return of 20,000+ civilians displaced by the Thailand border conflict, citing children out of school and limited access to care. Thailand Talks Row: Cambodia rejected Thailand’s claim it stalled land-border talks, saying Phnom Penh is resuming demarcation and warning against “pretexts” for delays. Inflation Relief Budget: PM Hun Manet said government spending will rise to ease inflation, including forgoes of $50–$60m monthly from fuel and electricity import tax cuts, while maintaining education and health funding. Social Protection Push: Cambodia highlighted that about 88% of the workforce is in the informal economy, with millions covered by social health protection schemes. Cybercrime Crackdown: UNODC reported Asia-Pacific scam losses of $88–$114bn in 2025 as Cambodia intensifies enforcement; regional cybersecurity officials also met in Siem Reap to strengthen cross-border cooperation. Aviation & Industry: Air Cambodia signed to buy up to 20 COMAC C909 jets, with first deliveries from late 2026, while China Energy International signaled expansion into cement, clean water and renewables.
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