AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEU-China Trade: France and Germany want a joint “roadmap” by September to tackle China trade imbalances, pushing the EU to move faster on market investigations and protection tools as the bloc’s deficit rises. UK Politics: Andy Burnham is set to become Britain’s prime minister after winning Labour leadership support, with early focus on cost of living and defence funding gaps. Moldova-EU: Moldova opened EU accession Cluster 6 talks on “External Relations” and named businessman Vasile Tofan as prime minister amid corruption, energy and security pressures. Aviation & Industry: Airbus secured orders for 95 jets worth $17.8bn from China’s Air China and Hainan Airlines, underscoring Europe’s deep aerospace ties with the Chinese market. EU Climate Rules: The EU ETS and airline decarbonisation push continues, including SAF requirements and carbon-tax pressure on non-compliant fuel use. Digital Rights Clash: The EU revived a voluntary “Chat Control” style CSAM scanning derogation until 2028, drawing privacy and rights groups’ anger. Middle East Tensions: US and Iran traded overnight strikes across the Gulf, with Bahrain and Kuwait reporting interceptions and disruptions. Business & Trade Policy: The EU’s GSP scheme is credited with driving development and savings for beneficiaries, with Bangladesh among top recipients.
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