AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU Digital Rules: The Commission has formally charged Meta over “addictive design” on Facebook and Instagram, targeting infinite scroll, autoplay, notifications and personalized feeds, with potential fines of more than $12bn. Road Safety: From 7 July 2026, all new EU cars and vans must include an Advanced Driver Distraction Warning system, with driver-facing monitoring to curb looking-away. Tech & Privacy: The EU is also moving on children’s social media limits, with an expert panel set to advise the Commission on a possible EU-wide ban for under-15/16s. Trade & Industry: China’s auto exports to the EU are surging, but analysts say Brussels may be nearing the peak as Germany shifts toward tougher trade-defence tools. Energy & Markets: The EU carbon market hit €777bn ($887bn) in 2025, even as early 2026 prices dipped. Migration & Borders: Cyprus confirmed visa-free entry for EU/EEA citizens in 2026 for short stays, and the EU’s Schengen readiness report says Cyprus is technically ready. Foreign Policy: EU foreign ministers will discuss possible trade restrictions on imports from illegal Israeli settlements, but decisions are unlikely amid divisions. Sports Politics: EU lawmakers demand probes into FIFA chief Infantino over the Balogun disciplinary controversy.
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