AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMarCom & Media: Okada Manila scored dual wins at the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, taking Top 3 Best Integrated Resorts and Top 2 Best City Hotels in the Philippines—an example of how hospitality brands are leaning on full “under one roof” experiences to stand out. Food Retail Marketing: Tesco rolled out football-themed packaging for iceberg lettuces ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026, using shelf-edge design to make healthier choices feel seasonal and fun. Digital Trust & Policy: Kansas City is moving toward facial recognition on public buses to flag banned or missing riders, igniting a fresh privacy-versus-safety debate. AI & Communications: At the SCO Media Forum, officials discussed AI, disinformation, and building a media alliance, including proposals like a common media bank and shared approaches to deepfakes. Tech/Brand Partnerships: Asahi Group and Varun Beverages teamed up to bring CALPIS (fermented dairy drink) to India via franchise, with RTD launches planned for late 2026 or later. Gaming Hype: Rockstar confirmed GTA 6 pre-orders will open June 25, pushing wishlists and digital storefront engagement as the core marketing lever.
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