AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoJustice Shake-Up: South Korea’s justice minister nominee Kim Seung-won withdrew after 20 days amid allegations of lobbying over a COVID-19 drug trial, with the ruling party saying the office will follow established rules. Labour & Strikes: Canada’s Liberals are set to amend the Labour Code to let the minister direct the labour board to end work stoppages and order arbitration, a key part of the “Building Canada Strong Act.” Infrastructure Deadlines: India’s Delhi PWD minister Parvesh Verma ordered resurfacing and renovation of 600 km of roads by Nov. 30, warning no quality compromises and five-year contractor maintenance. Climate Finance: Nepal’s Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle heads to global forums to press climate-vulnerable support after the Aug. 26 Bhotekoshi disaster, citing major death and damage figures. Energy Policy: UK Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey signaled support for approving the Jackdaw gas field, arguing the transition still needs North Sea gas. Public Safety: Sri Lanka’s transport minister Bimal Ratnayake warned motorists that “my car, my petrol” doesn’t exempt anyone from road safety laws. Trade Deal: New Zealand says the India-FTA could enter into force within a month after Parliament passed it. Local Governance: Jamaica’s education minister defended school-repair contract transparency after Hurricane Melissa, pointing to a public contract website.
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