AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoArctic Power Play: EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen is in Greenland to announce a “substantial” investment boost and tighter political ties, backing Denmark’s Arctic territory against Donald Trump’s annexation push, with plans spanning critical minerals, satellite communications and renewables. Space Race: German startup Isar Aerospace’s Spectrum rocket has reached orbit in Europe’s first fully commercial orbital launch from continental soil, a milestone for European space autonomy. Energy & Markets: Europe’s bond market is hit by a selloff as gas prices surge again, pushing yields to multi-year highs and reviving inflation fears. Weather Costs: Mid-July storms are estimated to have cost €2.186bn, while insurers warn wildfire risk is evolving as heat and drought extend. Defence Industry: Hanwha is showcasing air-defence and anti-drone systems at Poland’s MSPO, aiming to deepen its European footprint. Tech & Law: Apple faces a major UK lawsuit over app tracking rules, while Europe’s “cloud sovereignty” debate grows as governments worry about who controls data. Sports: Mourinho’s Real Madrid begin their Champions League mission vs Inter; Türkiye retain the women’s European volleyball title.
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