AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEnergy & Climate Policy: A new German-focused survey and think-tank report argue Europe’s solar and wind build-out must be paired with “clean firm power” and long-duration storage to keep electricity affordable and zero-carbon. Public Health: Switzerland is moving to expand its HPV prevention approach, but the country still doesn’t reimburse the more precise HPV test—raising questions about access and catch-up across Europe. Defense Tech: Ukraine says it has signed with Germany for 600 Patriot missiles and is also pursuing drones with 3,000+ km reach, aiming to speed up deterrence and response. Security & Migration: Germany has reportedly agreed a “technical-level” deportation arrangement with the Taliban to speed returns of convicted Afghan criminals, including charter flights. AI & Rights: A coalition of artists, songwriters and managers warns that AI music deals are being signed without meaningful consent, especially around training and rights. Extreme Weather: Europe is already facing a dangerous early-summer heatwave, with warnings and disruptions reaching Germany and beyond. Research & Computing: Scientists report progress toward terahertz “strain engineering” for next-gen computing, targeting faster atomic-scale control.
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