AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoInfrastructure Disruption: A landslide in the Philippines shut the Kapalong–Talaingod–Valencia Road, burying a key two-lane link between Bukidnon and Davao del Norte; debris clearing restored traffic later in the day, with motorists rerouted via an alternate corridor. Customs & Trade Facilitation: Dubai Customs and Emirates SkyCargo expanded an “integrated logistics bridge” across Dubai’s cargo village and Maktoum Air Cargo Centre, driving an 82% jump in cleared imports from January to May 2026 and boosting GCC supply continuity. Urban Transit Safety: Mumbai Metro Line 3 temporarily closed entry A2 at Worli after rain-triggered seepage; repairs run through July 7, with commuters directed to other entrances. Border Bottlenecks: Bhutan’s Samtse Integrated Check Post is seeing 3–4 hour waits for heavy export traffic because the Duarpani route remains closed, forcing all movement through a single corridor. Maritime Supply Chain: Iran–Qatar shipping resumed after a five-month halt, reopening the Dayyer–Al Ruwais route and expected to cut regional transport costs. EV Policy & Charging: Delhi launched an EV subsidy portal under its 2026 policy, offering incentives for two- and three-wheelers and exemptions for eligible EV cars. Critical Minerals Processing: New Zealand’s WMS secured $30m government backing for a mineral separation plant to raise value locally and strengthen domestic critical-minerals capability. Hazardous Goods Risk: Ghana’s Paga youth urged fast-tracking of an inland port as truck congestion grows, with many long-haul vehicles reportedly parking in unsafe areas and carrying flammables like LPG and fuel. Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Brisbane’s airports get permanent access to SAF made from repurposed cooking oil via Viva Energy’s supply chain, supporting Australia’s decarbonisation push.
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