AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWorld Conflicts Surge: PRIO reports 65 state-based armed conflicts in 2025, the highest since WWII, with about 245,000 battle deaths, driven by Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan. West Bank Pressure: Six Western countries, including Norway, move toward sanctions targeting networks they say finance extremist settler violence; France also backs a two-state “Call for Action” in Paris. Arctic Security: Russia builds new infrastructure near NATO’s northern flank while NATO stands up a new battlegroup in Finland/Sweden, underscoring rising high-north tensions. Norway Budget Watch: Norway’s budget revives hopes for the world’s first ship tunnel at Stad, with early funding for planning and contracts. Green Shipping Deal: Brazil, Norway and the Netherlands discuss a green shipping corridor linking Brazilian ports to Norway and Rotterdam, focusing on low- and zero-emission fuels. Maritime Tech Funding: Norway’s Nereida Energy raises NOK 32 million for vessel battery control systems. World Cup Culture: The US opens World Cup 2026 with a 4-1 win over Paraguay amid a star-packed LA ceremony featuring Norwegian singer Tius Luka.
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