AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI Infrastructure & Jobs: Google India VP Preeti Lobana says compute capacity is the “new national grid,” pointing to a $15B plan for a 1GW AI data-centre hub in Visakhapatnam and faster AI rollouts across Indian industry. SME Credit Policy: Pakistan’s SBP revised SME financing definitions, but analysts warn the framework is still incomplete as SMEs remain underfunded versus peers. Digital Payments Clarity: India’s UPI debate cools after Finance Ministry says ordinary users won’t be charged and small traders won’t face MDR burdens. Local Business Resilience: Newfoundland and Labrador small firms say they’re adapting to U.S.-Canada 50% tariffs by shifting away from cross-border sales. SME Trade & Logistics Skills: Philippines students in Singapore’s FedEx/JA trade challenge pitched AI-powered warehouse drone ideas aimed at Vietnam’s SME logistics. Tourism for Entrepreneurs: Malaysia’s deputy PM urges a shift from “Muslim-friendly” tourism to a global Muslim travel hub that links tourism with halal innovation and local enterprises. EV Milestone: Mahindra Last Mile Mobility tops 4 lakh EV sales, highlighting lower running costs for small operators. SME Market Access: Vietnam-Singapore ties add momentum via SME cooperation and data/AI ecosystem partnerships. Industrial Infrastructure Pressure: Pune’s Chakan auto hub faces relocation threats as units demand basic amenities after monsoon damage and long-standing neglect. IPO Watch (India): A busy week ahead with 10 IPOs, including Symbiotec Pharmalab and Skyways Air Services.
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