AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoQuake Response: Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi says the Kumamoto earthquake will be designated a disaster of “extreme severity,” unlocking more central aid, including a cabinet decision to set aside over 20 billion yen from reserve funds and a push to send relief goods without waiting for requests. Disaster Relief & Fraud Warnings: The Japanese Red Cross warns of fake donation emails tied to the quake, urging people to verify sender details and avoid scam links. Heat Crisis: As rescue work continues, officials report deaths including one apparent heatstroke case, with thousands still displaced and many households lacking water. FX Policy: Japan’s Finance Ministry confirms a coordinated yen-buying operation with the U.S. Treasury—first since 2011—costing up to $36.58 billion, with both sides saying they’re ready to act again to curb disorderly yen moves. Aviation & Industry: Japan Airlines posts an 80.2% plunge in April–June net profit as fuel costs rise, while Japan’s F-2A fires ASM-2 anti-ship missiles in multinational drills, underscoring sea-denial capabilities. International Ties: Taiwan’s Tzu Chi delivers earthquake aid supplies to Kumamoto, and Zelensky urges tighter sanctions on Russian ballistic-missile makers while calling for stronger Japan–Ukraine engagement.
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