AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU-China Diplomacy: China’s top diplomat Wang Yi urged the EU to keep relations “rational and objective,” warning against politicising trade and overstretching security concerns. Wildfire Crisis: Europe is hit by extreme heat, drought and hail, with major wildfires in Spain and France forcing evacuations and killing firefighters. Digital Safety for Kids: France became the first EU country to approve a blanket ban on social media for under-15s, with age checks and account removals due from September. Fashion Waste Rules: An EU ban on destroying unsold clothes and shoes kicks in, pushing firms toward discounts, resale and donations instead of incineration. Online Market Crackdown: The EU imposed a record €550m fine on AliExpress under the Digital Services Act for unsafe and counterfeit goods. AI Infrastructure Deal: Microsoft and French AI firm Mistral agreed a multibillion-dollar partnership to expand AI compute capacity in Europe. Energy Tensions: European shares edged lower as tech dragged ahead of US big-tech earnings, while Middle East risks lifted oil prices. Moldova Politics: Moldova’s parliament approved a new pro-EU government led by Vasile Tofan, aiming for EU accession milestones by 2028.
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