AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSecurity: Germany and the UK are set to deepen cooperation against Russian-linked sabotage, cyberattacks and other hybrid threats, while Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul says conflict prevention abroad helps protect German security. Economy: Berlin raised its growth forecasts to 1.3% for 2026 and 1.1% for 2027, citing public investment and exports, though inflation is expected to rise. Politics: An AfD politician has become the first far-right speaker of a German state parliament since World War II; Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned extremism is entering parliaments. In Berlin, the Left Party, SPD and Greens have cleared a hurdle to coalition talks with an agreement on tackling antisemitism. Security Scandal: Former BND chief August Hanning remains in custody as investigators probe suspected espionage and treason. Trade: Germany blocked China’s COSCO from buying logistics firm Zippel, citing security concerns.
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