AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEU Tech Sovereignty: The Commission unveiled “Chips Act 2.0” plus a Cloud and AI Development Act and an Open Source Software strategy, aiming to cut reliance on US and Chinese hyperscalers and sensitive tech suppliers. Ukraine-UK Funding Fight: Zelenskyy says he discussed using proceeds from the Chelsea sale for Ukraine’s air and missile defence, but the UK has not transferred the earmarked £2.4bn amid disputes. Maritime Security & Sanctions: Greece is bracing for a possible oil spill after attacks on Russian-trading tankers, while the EU imposed its first freedom-of-navigation sanctions on Iran-linked IRGC figures over Hormuz disruption. Shadow Fleet Crackdown: A cross-border investigation reports Russian mercenaries operating as “security” escorts for tankers in the sanctions-hit shadow fleet. Armenia’s EU Pivot: Pashinyan’s Civil Contract won nearly half in parliamentary elections, with EU leaders backing the result as Russia criticises the shift. Rule-of-Law Clash in Hungary: Hungary’s anti-graft chief alleges Orban-era ministers tried to derail corruption probes tied to EU funds. EU Enlargement Watch: EU leaders signalled deeper partnership with Armenia on energy, trade and digitalisation as the bloc prepares for further accession steps.
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