AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChina’s Growth: GDP rose 4.5% in the third quarter and 4.6% in the first nine months, powered by exports and emerging industries. But weak domestic demand remains a concern, and the top economic planner says it will step up efforts to boost consumption. Regional Trade: SCO members adopted a 2026–2030 economic cooperation plan, while Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar urged the bloc to expand local-currency settlements and establish development and investment funds. US–Uzbekistan Investment: The two countries signed 54 agreements worth about $12 billion during Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit, as Washington seeks deeper commercial ties in Central Asia. South Africa’s Finances: Ahead of the medium-term budget, economists expect improved revenue and a stronger primary surplus, but warn lasting debt stability will require spending discipline and faster growth. A separate city-risk assessment says municipal debt, failing infrastructure and weak administration are undermining investment and growth. Germany’s Innovation Gap: An Ifo Institute study links Germany’s focus on mid-tech research, rather than high-tech fields, to weaker growth prospects.
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