AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEarthquake Watch: A shallow 6.7-magnitude quake struck central Indonesia near Palu in Central Sulawesi, felt strongly in Palu and Sigi, with no tsunami threat reported; scattered damage was reported and hospitals evacuated patients as residents fled to open areas, while officials continued damage and casualty checks. Free Meals Overhaul: Indonesia said it will overhaul its free nutritious meals programme after public pressure and corruption allegations, including arrests tied to operational kitchen mark-ups; the plan targets 83 million children and other groups, but critics cite weak oversight and food safety gaps. Energy Transition Push: RINA won a safety assessment contract for PLN’s H2WATT green hydrogen hub, focusing on fire and explosion risk reviews and possible ISCC PLUS certification support for hydrogen refuelling. Nickel Tensions: China warned Indonesia that recent nickel regulatory shifts could endanger about $50bn in industrial investments tied to EV supply chains, raising concerns for battery makers. Tech & Safety: Roblox will require age verification via AI facial checks or government IDs, but privacy and misidentification concerns remain. Climate & Health: UNICEF said almost all children worldwide face at least one climate hazard, with billions exposed to droughts and extreme heat.
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