AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGlobal Peace Index: Iceland is again the world’s safest country in 2026, topping the Global Peace Index for a 19th straight year, with Switzerland and Slovenia also ranking near the top in Europe. Heatwave Watch: A new “heat dome” is building over France after last week’s deadly extremes, with knock-on effects expected across Central Europe and fresh record heat in Hungary. Public Health & Climate: France confirmed 2,025 excess deaths from the June heatwave, while estimates suggest Europe’s toll could be far higher, reigniting debate over cooling and urban resilience. Food & Farming: The same heat is now threatening crops—potatoes face yield and quality risks as temperatures spike during key growth stages. Energy Transition: Germany’s Schafhöfen solar park (about 270 MW) moves toward 2027 commissioning, backed by Trinasolar modules and major construction partners. Education & Mobility: Semmelweis University will open a second campus in Germany (Kaiserslautern), sending up to 80 students per year for clinical training. Business & Tech: Uber is reportedly scaling back some European expansion plans, while Hungary’s Toyota keeps its lead in the new-car market. Aviation: Wizz Air plans new direct flights from Bratislava to Baku, adding twice-weekly links from late September.
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