AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUN Security Council Deadlock: Russia and China vetoed a US-backed resolution to keep UN experts monitoring Iran sanctions, ending the independent panel’s mandate while the “snapback” sanctions remain in force. AI & Media Policy: China’s regulators backed live-action dramas as AI-made micro-dramas dominate releases, while iQIYI bets on big-screen viewing to drive long-form engagement. China-ASEAN Connectivity: China opened the Pinglu Canal, cutting routes to ASEAN and launching new freight services; ASEAN and China also boosted emergency rescue cooperation with AI-focused urban rescue drills. Marcom/Advertising: Retail media is set to top $200bn this year, but growth is slowing and marketers are warned against harming shopper experience. Payments in India: India’s NPCI plans UPI merchant fees (MDR) from Oct 15 for certain transactions, sparking business and political pushback. Asia Sports & Culture: Asian Games coverage includes India’s teqball win and soft tennis loss to Chinese Taipei, plus Japan media debate and Hong Kong’s youth film festival pick. Tech/Defense: A South Korean court upheld a four-year sentence for a soldier who leaked Korea-US exercise secrets to a Chinese intelligence contact.
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