AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEU Budget Fight: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is lining up leaders in Berlin to push for big cuts to the EU’s next seven-year budget, with talk of shifting money toward defence and security and adding democratic conditions. Hybrid Threats & Security: Merz is also under pressure as Germany investigates a suspected drone attack network near Leipzig, with officials warning those behind “hybrid attacks” will face consequences. Public Health Shock in Frankfurt: Malaria has struck airport staff in Frankfurt after mosquitoes arrived on a plane; one worker has died and health teams are setting traps to identify the source. Migration & Politics: Germany’s far-right AfD continues to press for tougher migration and identity rules, while deportations and asylum policy moves remain in the spotlight. Economy Watch: Germany’s growth and business sentiment are being closely tracked as the government seeks pro-growth reforms amid uneven recovery. Culture & Media: Axel Springer is expanding into the UAE, naming a new Middle East director based in Abu Dhabi.
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