AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEU Security & Russia: Lithuania’s foreign minister Kęstutis Budrys says Brussels’ deterrence hasn’t stopped Russia’s attempted sabotage, after Germany blamed a Leipzig/Halle drone plot on Moscow and warned of a “new normal” of attacks. EU Budget Talks: Ireland’s presidency is pushing for an EU budget deal by year-end, with commissioner Piotr Serafin “optimistic” despite deep divisions over defence spending and the overall size of the 2028-2034 framework. Trade & Food: The EU’s import suspension on Brazilian animal products takes effect, hitting exporters as talks continue over antibiotic and antimicrobial drug rules. German Politics: Ahead of regional elections in Sachsen-Anhalt, polling suggests AfD could top 40%, with knock-on effects for EU politics. Digital Euro: The ECB’s digital euro report keeps the preparation phase moving on offline use, privacy and holding limits, without yet approving issuance. Central Banking & Gold: Dutch and other central banks keep adding gold; the Netherlands is also shifting reserves toward London amid geopolitical jitters. Tech & Courts: Apple faces a London tribunal challenge over app tracking rules, while EU court battles continue over big-tech practices. Sports Governance: European football bodies urge authorities to use blanket away-fan bans only as a last resort.
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