AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCross-border payments: India’s UPI goes live in Greece, with Piyush Goyal saying instant transfers cut costs to a fraction of conventional fees—another step for tech-led commerce beyond borders. Regional travel demand: Asia-Pacific airlines saw passenger traffic rise ~4% in Jan–May 2026 to 166.77m, though May marked the first monthly dip as Middle East routes and capacity were trimmed. Supply-chain reshuffle: Oxford Economics says “China+1” gains have been selective: Vietnam is the standout, India is improving mainly in electronics, while the Philippines has captured virtually none of the diversification so far. Logistics leadership: Maersk appoints Scott Elliott as Asia Pacific regional president, aiming to deepen customer partnerships across key trade lanes. Food trade & compliance: Kenya’s Afriavo Orchards won approval to export frozen avocados to China after a KEPHIS audit, with strict farm registration and pesticide record requirements. Industrial safety: A fire at India’s Haldia refinery pipeline injured at least 15 people; authorities are investigating the cause. Consumer & brand signals: Ralph Lauren’s China sales jumped 50% last quarter, boosted by a growing base of Chinese “superfans” and long-term brand repositioning. Auto market pressure: Toyota’s China sales fell 32% in May for a fourth straight month as fuel prices squeeze demand and NEVs keep gaining share. Trade tensions: EU-China friction escalated again, with EU officials pushing for a “reset” over subsidies and currency concerns.
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