AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUS Tariff Shock for South Asia Trade: Bangladesh’s RMG sector gets a boost after landing in the lower 10% tier under the new US Section 301 forced-labour regime, giving it a 2.5-point edge over rivals like China, Vietnam and Thailand. Legal & Governance: Sri Lanka has revised guidelines for appointing President’s Counsel, now requiring at least 20 years’ professional experience; applications are open until Aug 31. Courts & Independence: The Bar Association of Sri Lanka rejects claims made in Parliament about its president, calling them false and politically motivated. Cricket—Women’s ODI: Sri Lanka Women thrashed Pakistan Women by 8 wickets with twin centuries from Vishmi Gunaratne (123) and Harshitha Samarawickrama (100*), leveling the series 1-1. Cricket—Test Build-up: West Indies captain Roston Chase backs leadership by example as the WI-Pakistan first Test gets underway after rain disrupted early play. Sports—Debating: Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya won the Sirasa Debater Season 05 grand finale, with Sanadi Amarasinghe named best speaker. Security & Defence: Sri Lanka’s Navy wrapped up Trincomalee Naval Exercise TRINEX-26 with drills including VBSS and UAV launch from a vessel.
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