AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGlobal Trade & SME Exports: Malaysia’s MATRADE says its pavilion at the 5th Global Digital Trade Expo is meant to help digital firms—including micro, small and medium enterprises—sell into China, including via a new MoU with ICBC to boost access through cross-border digital trade. Halal Certification Support: Malaysia’s KUSKOP says it has helped 3,000+ MSMEs and cooperatives get halal certification, with plans to streamline approvals through partnerships and add more digital marketing training. Supply Chain Pressure for Recyclers: India’s MRAI is pushing back on an EU proposal that could restrict metal waste exports, warning it would disrupt scrap supply chains and raise raw-material costs for MSMEs. Workplace Compliance Guidance: New federal guidance on religious accommodations is a reminder for small employers to document efforts, stay flexible, and plan solutions before denying requests. Local Business Community: A Modesto SBDC event is set to uplift local businesswomen at its 11th annual symposium, while Cornelius’ Tawba Walk festival returns with 100+ vendors and local artists. Cyber for SMBs: Airties launched integrated cybersecurity for ISPs, aiming to protect connected homes and small businesses by adding security capabilities at the router level. SMB Risk Hedging: Brenden Theaters is using prediction-market contracts on Kalshi to hedge quarterly revenue risk—an unusual but growing tool for small businesses.
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