AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEU-China Trade: Brussels’ trade chief is in Beijing seeking a reset as the bloc’s deficit with China tops €1 billion a day. France and Germany want faster EU powers to counter market-distorting practices, while Parliament backs a tougher stance. Russia Sanctions: EU ambassadors approved a record package targeting 1,646 people and entities linked to Russia’s war effort; foreign ministers are expected to formalise it on October 12. Black Sea Security: After drones struck two commercial vessels in Bulgaria’s exclusive economic zone, Sofia called for a joint investigation with Türkiye and Romania and plans to buy five more air-defence systems. EU Enlargement: The Commission is preparing reforms for future members, with Ukraine set to receive an accession roadmap this month; Hungary has cleared the way for two more negotiating clusters. France Protests: The interior minister suspended stun-grenade use at high-school demonstrations after a 15-year-old lost a hand, while rejecting accusations of police brutality. Storm Recovery: The Commission proposed €489 million for Spain, Portugal, Italy and Malta to repair damage from early-year storms and floods.
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