The best books and publishing news from Asia and the Pacific

Provided by AGP

AGP Executive Report

Last update: 10 hours ago

US–China Summit Fallout: Trump left Beijing saying Xi is “seriously considering” releasing a detained pastor, while calling jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai’s case “a tough one,” as the leaders also traded warnings around Taiwan and the “Thucydides Trap” framing. Markets & Inflation: Asia trading stayed cautious on summit hopes for chip sales to China; New Zealand’s NZX 50 snapped a two-week gain streak, while India faces renewed retail inflation pressure as wholesale costs and a weaker rupee feed through. Tech & Industry: Nexon posted record Q1 earnings on global franchise growth, and XPENG’s chairman revised autonomy timelines—Level 4 software by 2028, early Level 5 around 2030—citing faster AI “flywheel” progress. Energy & Finance: ADB and AIIB backed Pakistan’s first Panda bond for green infrastructure, signaling deeper RMB market access. Culture & Books: A new book releases Kim Dae-jung-era prison records via Lee Hee-ho’s notes, while JetBlue and United rolled out reciprocal loyalty perks for travelers.

Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.

YouTube video thumbnail: Trust the Source. Trust the News.
Play

Video Title


Perspectify logo Perspectify News

Learn about labels.

Labels
Left-wing Center-left Neutral Public Broadcaster Gov't Institution Center-right Right-wing Pro-Government Gov't Propaganda Indeterminate
filter

Filter

Source Label Filters

All labels are selected. Deselect any labels you want to hide from your feed.

Labels:

Left-wing
Center-left
Neutral
Public Broadcaster
Gov't Institution
Center-right
Right-wing
Pro-Government
Gov't Propaganda
Indeterminate
Japanese Anime Has A Growing Opportunity In The U.S. Compared To China

Japanese Anime Has A Growing Opportunity In The U.S. Compared To China

India's retail inflation may rise to 5.1% this fiscal: Crisil

India's retail inflation may rise to 5.1% this fiscal: Crisil

Pacific Grove anti-racism activist turns his experience into his first book.

Pacific Grove anti-racism activist turns his experience into his first book.


fallback image
May. 15, 2026

Cultural Integration Along Guangxi-Vietnam Border: Baise's Events Build a Bridge for China-Vietnam Neighborly Connectivity

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

fallback image
May. 14, 2026

Mission to Create Inclusive Spaces Reflected in Book Aunt Hazel’s Fifth Rule of Magic by Aunt Hazel’s Witchcraft Project

EIN Presswire

fallback image
May. 14, 2026

Summer Reading Begins With the Annual Beach-Bound Book Bash Online Literary Tea

EIN Presswire

fallback image
May. 14, 2026

Truescope and Uniwyse Announce Strategic Partnership to Unlock Comprehensive Chinese Media and Social Insights for Global Organisations

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

fallback image
May. 13, 2026

China’s Antimony Restrictions Exposed a U.S. Defense Weakness — NevGold May Be One of the Only Near Term Domestic Solutions

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

fallback image
May. 14, 2026

Looking for Top Rated Digital Packaging & Advertising Cutter - Why Source from China Exporters

EIN Presswire

More press releases

Video Stories

YouTube video thumbnail: Brics Meeting Overshadowed by Iran war
Play
Brics Meeting Overshadowed by Iran war
YouTube video thumbnail: Trump Says He Made No Commitment to Xi Over Taiwan
Play
Trump Says He Made No Commitment to Xi Over Taiwan
Discover Affinity Group Publishing
YouTube video thumbnail: Warm Gestures, but any Progress? Trump's Final day in China
Play
Warm Gestures, but any Progress? Trump's Final day in China
YouTube video thumbnail: Neo-Nazi Group Banned in Australia Under Hate Speech Laws
Play
Neo-Nazi Group Banned in Australia Under Hate Speech Laws

Video Title

Sign up for:

The Asia Bookshelf

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

globe

Explore More

Share us

on your social networks:

Sign up for:

The Asia Bookshelf

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.