AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSpain’s Housing Flashpoint: Millions joined the country’s first general strike in 14 years, disrupting transport and businesses as workers demand action on soaring rents ahead of a November 29 election. Clashes and roadblocks were reported in the early hours. Ukraine Talks: Abu Dhabi negotiations produced an agreement in principle on a large prisoner swap, but Russia signalled little interest in European participation. Zelenskyy says Europe must have a seat, and wants the bloc to choose a negotiating representative by the end of November. German Democracy: Just one-third of Germans are satisfied with the state of democracy, the lowest share in a study dating to 2002; the figure falls to 22.8% in eastern Germany. Digital Rules: The European Commission proposed fines of up to 6% of global turnover for companies using unfair online practices, including manipulative design and subscription traps. EU Enlargement: Austria will chair the Berlin Process in 2027 and is promoting phased accession, offering candidates gradual access to the single market in return for reforms.
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