AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFIFA Power Struggle: Infantino’s opponents keep pressure on ahead of March 18 elections after his earlier plan to sell a stake in FIFA’s commercial arm sparked backlash and a potential boycott threat. Philippines Local Governance: Economist Cielo Magno warns the 2027 budget’s Local Government Support Fund could fuel patronage unless Congress sets clear rules and project criteria. Middle East De-escalation: Qatar’s PM and foreign minister repeatedly urge dialogue and full US-Iran MoU steps, including freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, in calls with Saudi, Jordan and Syria. Gaza Diplomacy and Fallout: Foreign ministers from Qatar and seven Arab/Islamic states condemn Israel’s rejection of the Gaza roadmap and Palestinian statehood; separately, an Israeli far-right minister backs nightly “selective” killings. US Justice Independence Row: Attorney General Todd Blanche refuses to promise the Justice Department will stay independent of the White House, saying the president has never demanded illegal action. Business and Markets: China launches reciprocal trade investigations into US “green” and supply-chain probes; gold prices in Kuwait rise as rate-hike expectations cool. Sports Business: NBA—Dennis Schroder traded to the Hornets for Tre Mann and cash. South Asia Trade/Environment: India hosts BRICS Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Delhi on Aug 18.
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