AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMacron–Saudi Push: President Macron hosts Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Paris, with talks expected to focus on energy security (including options to bypass the Strait of Hormuz), regional conflicts and a slate of health, transport and energy agreements. Investment Roundtable: A Saudi-French investment roundtable follows, bringing CEOs to discuss industrial partnerships, logistics, AI and digital infrastructure, with more MoUs due to be signed. Ukraine Air-Defence Supply: Zelensky says France will accelerate air-defence deliveries, including SAMP/T systems and radars this fall, while also working on Aster 30 missile production and licensing for weapons manufacture. Markets Under Strain: Global bond selloffs keep pressuring Europe as long-term yields hit multi-decade highs, with France’s 10-year borrowing costs nearing levels not seen in years. Heat & Water Stress: “Exceptional” European heatwaves are drying rivers and disrupting inland transport and power generation, adding to pressure on the economy and food supply. Politics & Trust: French centre-left figure Raphaël Glucksmann launches a presidential bid amid a fractured left and rising far-right momentum. Tech & Regulation: Uber faces a record EU fine in the Netherlands over automated driver deactivations without adequate human oversight.
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