AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUK–EU Brexit Reversal: Labour leader Andy Burnham says Brexit has “done more harm than good” and won’t rule out an in-out EU referendum, while Macron and Spain’s Sanchez respond with a clear “welcome back.” EU Neighbourhood & Aid: The EU is pressing Ukraine to unlock already-approved money by delivering stalled reforms, as a poll finds about half of Ukrainians think the government isn’t doing enough for EU membership. Moldova Pathway: EU Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis begins a visit to Moldova focused on reforms and investment under the bloc’s €1.9bn growth plan. Sovereign Tech & Defence: Nokia and Iceye plan sovereign, dual-use satellite communications for government and defence clients. Finance & Markets: UK 30-year borrowing costs jump to 6% amid a global bond sell-off. Housing Pressure: Spain’s eviction crisis sparks wider protests and highlights how weak enforcement can hollow out housing rights. Migration & Asylum: Right-wing governments push for tighter asylum rules, with the EPP backing proposals to deny entry or returns without individual procedures. Cyber & Biometrics: Industry groups urge the EU’s “Digital Omnibus” to protect passenger choice and privacy as biometric travel expands. Sports & Mental Health: British para-fencing stars and mental health advocates highlight the human side of competition ahead of European Championships in Cardiff.
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