AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUkraine Talks: US, Russian and Ukrainian delegations began Abu Dhabi negotiations without Europeans in the room, despite Kyiv’s consultations with EU and NATO officials and Washington’s push for Europe to join wider security discussions. Russian attacks killed at least nine people ahead of the talks, while EU leaders pressed for a unified voice on any settlement. Black Sea Security: The EU pledged €10 million for Bulgarian search-and-rescue operations and €50 million for a joint Bulgaria-Romania maritime security hub as threats to shipping and EU territory rise. Trade: India and the EU agreed to deepen cooperation in investment and critical technologies, aiming to sign their free-trade agreement next month. China’s Surplus: China’s trade surplus topped $1 trillion in the first ten months of 2026, fuelled partly by AI-related exports, raising fresh concerns about trade tensions with Europe. Cash Rules: From July 2027, EU businesses will face a €10,000 ceiling on cash payments, though countries may keep stricter limits.
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