AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoChild Safety Online: France has become the first EU country to approve a nationwide ban on social media for under-15s, with age checks required (new accounts from September 1, existing users from January 2027), alongside a wider school phone restriction. Moldova’s EU Push: Moldova’s new government led by Vasile Tofan was sworn in after a confidence vote, with Maia Sandu urging reforms, stronger security, and faster EU integration milestones. Space & Security: Poland signed on to the EU’s IRIS2 secure satellite system, investing €656m and positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s resilient communications. EU Sanctions & Culture: The EU suspended €2m Venice Biennale funding over Russia’s return, with Ukraine’s foreign minister calling it a matter of principle. Health & Accountability: A Limerick GP accused of undermining public health policy during Covid faces a fitness-to-practise hearing over alleged prescribing choices. Heatwave Travel Shift (UK): Research suggests hot weather is pushing more Britons to take short-haul trips abroad rather than holidays at home. Livestock Modernisation (Kenya): Kenya launched ANITRAC, a digital animal tracking and traceability push aimed at boosting exports and meeting international health requirements.
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