AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWorld Cup squads: Australia coach Tony Popovic tells a youthful Socceroos group to be “fearless”, naming 17 World Cup debutants including Cristian Volpato after his recent switch of allegiance from Italy, with Mat Ryan set to captain. Defence ties: Richard Marles and India’s Rajnath Singh back progress on a Joint Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap, including maritime patrol and undersea domain awareness work. AUKUS undersea security: The UK, US and Australia unveil a new underwater drone push under AUKUS to protect critical seabed infrastructure like cables and pipelines. Health push: A new pancreatic cancer trial reports a daily pill that nearly doubles survival for metastatic patients, with Australia set to trial the drug next year. Internet regulation debate: A New Zealand group warns against copying Australia-style online age controls, arguing they can push users to less secure platforms. Business & markets: ASX trade is muted over the King’s Birthday long weekend as oil steadies and investors watch US-Iran peace talks. Sports & events: Australia’s sevens side completes a men’s and women’s title double in Valladolid ahead of the SVNS Grand Final in Bordeaux, while World Aquatics water polo finals are set for Sydney in July.
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