AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSecurity: Germany’s military has immediately banned commercially available Chinese-made drones from barracks and training grounds over security concerns, Spiegel reported. Ukraine: Berlin joined US, Ukrainian and other European representatives in Abu Dhabi talks, where a joint statement backed credible security guarantees for Ukraine and NATO’s central role. Chancellor Friedrich Merz also says all EU states should share the cost of future aid, drawing accusations of “blackmail” from Slovakia’s prime minister. Economy: Nearly one-third of German companies surveyed plan job cuts in 2027, while 40% expect to reduce investment; Vodafone has separately announced 2,300 German job cuts. Presidency: Ilse Aigner is on course to become Germany’s first female president after winning support from the governing parties and a recommendation from Green leaders; the Federal Convention votes in January. Iran tensions: US refuelling aircraft have been moved from British bases to Germany and other locations after an unspecified Iran-linked threat. Animal health: H5N1 bird flu was found at a poultry farm in Brandenburg, prompting authorities to cull about 160 birds and set up protection zones.
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