AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEU–Canada Tech & AI Diplomacy: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen backed a proposal for Canada to become the EU’s first “associate member,” aiming for deeper cooperation in manufacturing, technology, AI, defense industry, energy, critical minerals and economic security—while noting the legal setup would be unprecedented and complex. Montenegro–US Defense Training: Montenegro hosted Maine Governor Janet Mills and Major General Diane Dunn for talks with top Montenegrin leaders and a visit tied to the 20th anniversary of the Maine–Montenegro National Guard partnership, including participation in a multinational mountain training exercise. Digital Safety: UNICEF estimates over 20 million children (12–17) across 21 countries faced technology-facilitated sexual exploitation or abuse in a year, with most cases occurring on social media. Clean Mobility Industry Push (Brazil): Renault and Geely expanded their Brazil joint venture with an extra R$2bn, targeting electrified models and local production timelines through 2027. Energy Cost Protests: Strikes and protests spread as energy prices rise amid the US–Iran conflict, hitting diesel and fuel costs worldwide.
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