AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Trade Shielding: The European Commission is set to push talks on tougher trade defences against China, citing a massive EU-China goods deficit and warning that tens of millions of jobs are at risk from “China shock 2.0.” State Aid for Farmers: Brussels approved a €15m French fuel aid scheme for agriculture and aquaculture to offset higher non-road diesel costs tied to the Middle East crisis. Capital Markets Push: The EU is also moving toward a bloc-wide capital markets union, with the six largest economies backing deeper integration. France Border Tech: The French government says PARAFE e-gates are back for eligible Britons and other English-speaking visitors, but EES kiosk availability remains a practical snag. Finance & Regulation: France’s MiCA licensing deadline is looming (June 30), while Bpifrance is paving the way for Europe’s first European Secured Note backed by SME loans. Business & Diplomacy: Macron hosted Indonesia’s Prabowo at the Elysee, with both sides stressing defence cooperation and a higher-level business council to boost trade and investment.
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