AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 minutes agoStudent Protests: Hundreds of Indonesian university students rallied in Jakarta against a gasoline price hike, urging cancellation of the fuel increase and cuts to “wasteful” spending, including free-meals and village cooperative programs. Cultural Exchange & Health Access: China’s Dragon Boat Festival outreach in Namibia brought cultural activities for vulnerable children alongside free healthcare services via a Chinese medical team. Education Accountability in India: In Amritsar, the Cockroach Janta Party staged protests demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over alleged exam irregularities and paper leaks, with plans to camp in Delhi. Textbook Funding (Philippines): Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian said P19.5B is earmarked for textbooks to reach a 1:1 ratio in public schools, citing learning gains tied to individual book access. Cross-Strait Exchange (China/Taiwan): The 18th Straits Forum in Xiamen called for peaceful development and closer exchange while opposing separatism. Regional Diplomacy (Bangladesh): Bangladesh’s Deputy Speaker returned from a China visit to Yunnan, highlighting trade and cooperation links.
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