AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChina-Philippines Tensions: Manila’s Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said Beijing’s sanctions on him and his family are tied not just to his West Philippine Sea comments, but also to Philippine moves against alleged Chinese-linked illegal activities—while the Philippines calls the sanctions an “unfriendly act.” US-China Tech Friction: China’s commerce and foreign ministries hit back at the Pentagon’s updated blacklist of major Chinese firms, saying it’s “strongly dissatisfied” and warning of retaliation. Hong Kong Data Probe: A Hong Kong intern doctor arrested over unauthorised access to patient records remains in custody after the Hospital Authority dismissed her for misconduct. Local Tech & Transport Trials: The Development Bureau will test 150kg drones for carrying construction items across multiple sites, as part of a regulatory sandbox. Markets & Flows: Hong Kong shares rebounded with gold-linked and defence sectors leading, while Stock Connect northbound volumes are reported near record levels. SpaceX IPO Fallout: SpaceX barred Chinese and Hong Kong investors from its IPO citing US export controls and national security rules. Sports & Culture: Hong Kong’s Yu Lung Ma lost to Canada’s David Mahabir in the ITTF over-75 final; meanwhile, Hong Kong’s “The Season” drama starring Jessie Mei Li is set to premiere next week.
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