AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFDI Watch: A new wiiw report says Central, East and Southeast Europe’s foreign direct investment rose in 2025, but the gains were concentrated in a few countries—Russia’s jump is linked to sanctions-driven asset reshuffling, while Romania’s 45% surge stands out as more “real” momentum. Tech & Telecom: Ericsson’s Mobility Report forecasts Western Europe’s 5G subscriptions will surge from 54% penetration in 2025 to 95% by 2031, as 5G already carries half of mobile data traffic. Defence Funding: A GLOBSEC paper argues the EU’s defence financing is still fragmented, with big gaps between spending and what Europe needs to deter by 2030. Migration Rights: Ahead of a European Parliament vote, Caritas warns the EU’s Return Regulation could prioritise deportation and detention over dignity, including longer detention and “return hubs.” Digital Currency: ECB chief Christine Lagarde pushes the digital euro as the bloc’s answer to USD stablecoin dominance, calling euro stablecoins too fragile. Local Policy: Brussels is set to end e-scooter contracts after safety and accessibility complaints. Energy & Industry: Croatia’s fuel aid for fishers gets EU approval, and EIB Global backs vaccine manufacturing support in Egypt.
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