AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFranco-German Defence Rift: France and Germany have formally abandoned the €100bn FCAS sixth-generation fighter jet, blaming company deadlock and shifting efforts to other European defence projects. AI Security Push: Germany will set up an AI safety institute to assess advanced model risks for cybersecurity and promote harmonised international standards. Energy Shift: Germany became a net electricity exporter in Q1 for the first time since late 2023, driven mainly by a 29% jump in wind power. Ukraine Diplomacy: Zelensky has proposed a direct meeting with Putin and offered a full ceasefire during negotiations, urging Europe and the US to act as guarantors. World Cup Fever: With the 48-team World Cup about to kick off, new entrants and long-absent nations are set for a historic debut, while Germany’s preparations remain under scrutiny. Politics on the Rise: Germany recorded a new high in politically motivated crimes in 2025, with far-right actors behind the most violent offences. Culture & Campus Tensions: A wave of Palestinian solidarity at German universities is growing, with students pushing to end cooperation with Israeli institutions.
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