AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEU-China Trade: Brussels is weighing tougher market measures as trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič meets Chinese officials in Beijing, seeking to rebalance relations without triggering a damaging trade war. Europe’s Energy Transition: High energy costs are squeezing industry, while Italy approved 250 MW of battery storage to help balance the grid and integrate renewables. Electric Mobility: EVs made up 23.2% of European car sales through September, up from 17.7% a year earlier; US sales fell 30.7% as policy support weakened. Defence Technology: EU investment in counter-drone systems rose sixfold in 2025, but a confidential report warns only about one-third of programmes are expected to deliver by 2030. Moldova’s EU Path: Moldova has completed 68% of its energy chapter actions, with electricity-market integration awaiting European Commission checks. Rail Links: Completing deployment of Europe’s ERTMS rail signalling system could cost €75–85 billion, with fragmented national rules adding to the bill.
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