AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBRICS Business Push: BRICS Business Council urged practical cooperation across trade, investment, innovation and connectivity, with working groups focused on supply-chain resilience and technology ahead of the Sept. 13 summit in New Delhi. Deal-Making in Europe & Middle East: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed met German business leaders in Munich, with 30 agreements worth about €9.66B spanning clean energy, AI, manufacturing, logistics and healthcare, alongside a plan for an extra €40B investment in Germany. AI Adoption Watch: A Hungary survey found 92% of firms use AI, but about two-thirds are still “experimental,” with ChatGPT the most used tool. Small Business Hiring: NFIB said small-business hiring cooled slightly in August; 56% of owners were hiring or trying, but qualified applicants remain scarce. Local Economy & Public Safety: Seattle business leaders backed a public-safety action plan, calling for more police patrols and steps to shut down open-air drug markets. Housing Procurement Ruling: South Africa’s tribunal found three Phoenix housing programme providers unlawfully benefited by about R29.14M due to procurement irregularities. Aviation Connectivity: Malaysia Airports said more international airlines are expected to start Kuala Lumpur flights by year-end, adding to Lufthansa’s planned return in October.
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