AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNorway–Ukraine Security: Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Støre says a drone narrowly missed President Zelensky’s aircraft during takeoff in Moldova as Zelensky travelled to Oslo for King Harald V’s funeral, highlighting how drone and missile threats keep tightening around leadership. EU–Canada “Associate Member” Shock: EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed Canada become the bloc’s first “associate member” to deepen cooperation on tech, defence and energy, but US President Trump called it “laughable” and warned of “serious tariffs” or stopping trade. Norway–Israel Trade Law Backlash: Norway faces criticism over a proposed law that could fine or jail people for knowingly doing certain business with Israeli settlements in the West Bank, with critics calling it deeply racist toward Jews. Shipping Cyber Risk: US agencies are tracking cyberthreats aimed at nearly 20 shipping vessels worldwide, with the Coast Guard asking for advance notice of port calls. Energy Market Volatility: Shell and Equinor warn Middle East disruptions are weakening the industry’s “shock absorbers,” extending tight supply and price swings. Gender Equality Update: The WEF reports full global gender parity is still 120 years away, with Norway among the top-ranked countries.
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