AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoThailand Visa Clampdown: Thailand has cut visa-free entry from 60 days to 30 days for 54 countries (including the U.S., UK, Australia, Canada, Japan and Brunei), with some nations pushed to visa-on-arrival or shorter exemptions—aimed at curbing overstays, crime and illegal work. Cross-Border Anti-Scam Push: In a major regional crackdown, Operation FRONTIER+ III ended with 3,018 arrests across 10 jurisdictions tied to about US$752m in losses, with nearly 102,000 bank accounts frozen. Brunei Business Signal: Inchcape has incorporated Imperial Motors Sdn Bhd in Brunei to expand its automotive distribution and services network. Energy Pressure Watch: Australia is preparing “worst-case” retail fuel rationing plans, while oil-market strain from the Iran conflict keeps supply risks in focus. Regional Growth Themes: Malaysia remains Southeast Asia’s top draw, and Sarawak is betting on tourism and halal branding with new events.
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