AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEU Enlargement: Hungary has lifted its veto on Ukraine’s EU accession talks, clearing the way for formal negotiations and the first cluster to open on 15 June, after a deal on minority rights. EU Tech Sovereignty: The European Commission unveiled a “full-stack” technological sovereignty package to boost European cloud, AI, semiconductors and open-source, aiming to cut dependency on US and China. EU–Armenia Trade: Brussels is preparing extra support for Armenia as Russia restricts Armenian goods; the EU says it will announce measures after talks with exporters and Ursula von der Leyen. EU Migration & Asylum: 11 European countries are pushing for tighter Schengen visa rules for Russians, while EU leaders also debate future asylum options for Ukrainians as temporary protection expires in 2027. EU Courts & Environment: The Commission is taking Ireland to the EU’s top court over alleged failures to enforce peat-cutting rules. US Tariffs Shock: The US proposes forced-labour tariffs up to 12.5% on 60 economies, including the EU, raising new trade tensions. Markets: EUR/USD stays pressured by oil and US data, with investors watching the Fed.
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