AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEU–EFTA ties: The EU Council backed a “homogeneous extended internal market” approach and spelled out closer relations with non-EU partners, including Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland and others—setting a political framework for deeper cross-border cooperation. AI, energy, health & defense: At the G7 in Europe, Lula met Switzerland’s Guy Parmelin and France’s Emmanuel Macron, agreeing to expand cooperation with a spotlight on artificial intelligence, energy, health and defense. SAFE defense financing: Canada became the first non-European country to join the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) procurement framework, while Greece signed on for up to €787.7m in long-term loans for surveillance, secure communications and counter-drone tech. Liechtenstein fintech: A new look at Liechtenstein’s 2026 digital push highlights a strategy built on regulation, cross-border access and using agility to compete beyond its small size. Data centres in the region: Liechtenstein-based Gnomon Capital bought Croatia’s DC North, betting on rising demand for secure colocation and connectivity. Automotive policy: VW, Stellantis and Renault urged EU support for “Made in Europe” local sourcing as they face tougher competition from China.
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