AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaritime Enforcement: Kiribati detained a Chinese vessel in its waters after inspectors found illegal shark fins onboard, escorting it to Christmas Island for investigation, as Pacific island states step up crackdowns with US Coast Guard and aircraft support. Shipping & Trade Disruption: A Panama Canal shipper (SK Gas) paid a record US$5.3m for access, reflecting surging demand after the Iran war and longer waits, while the canal also tightened slot and cargo limits amid drought risk. Safety & Rescue: India’s Coast Guard and Navy expanded the search for 22 missing sailors after the Panama-flagged MV Ocean Winner sank off Odisha; a lifeboat and distress beacon were recovered, with two crew rescued earlier. Autonomous Vehicle Rules: China’s lawmakers began reviewing draft Road Traffic Safety Law amendments adding a dedicated chapter for self-driving cars, including definitions, road-use conditions, and liability/insurance handling. Aviation Decarbonization: EVA Air signed an MoU with AIT Worldwide Logistics and partners to deliver about 15,000 metric tons of SAF-related CO₂e attributes to Microsoft over two years, targeting Scope 3 emissions reductions. Port & Logistics Policy: India’s National Shipping Board launched “Sagar Samvad,” pushing a five-point roadmap including adding 100 vessels to the merchant fleet over five years. Road Infrastructure Risk: A sinkhole opened on a service road near IFFCO Chowk in Gurugram after heavy rains, prompting cordons and diversions to prevent accidents.
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