AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTariff Relief Fight: US Senate Democrats pressed CBP to refund more than $145B in unlawful Trump tariffs, saying small businesses are still waiting after court rulings. SME Export Push: Indonesia’s trade minister urged students to become “export activists,” offering training, product design help, and buyer matching to get MSMEs selling abroad. Food Cost Pressure on Small Makers: Indonesia’s tofu and tempeh producers are cutting sizes and output as soybean prices jump ~30% and the rupiah weakens; the government is moving with subsidies and supply steps. Startup Funding for Health: YouLabs (India) raised $2.6M seed to build preventive health and longevity programs, with a data platform for South Asian populations. Digital Economy Boost: Kenya’s EU data adequacy deal is set for a September 2026 deadline, aiming to unlock easier cross-border data flows for businesses. Broadband for Underserved Areas: California’s CPUC approved $18.2M for fiber projects, regional planning, and digital literacy to close the digital divide. Space Tech for SMEs: IN-SPACe selected three Indian startups for funding under its Technology Adoption Fund, including Bengaluru’s Astrobase and SatSure. Global Deal Climate: Philippines saw a major Q1 M&A slowdown, with deal volume falling to one transaction as inbound funding cooled.
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