AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoUkraine Diplomacy: Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev says flight records point to a secret meeting in Baku (July 12–14) between former senior German and Russian officials to discuss ways to end the war, while Chancellor Friedrich Merz denies any German government involvement. EU-Asia Trade Row: China’s foreign ministry pushes back on Macron-Merz remarks, saying China is a partner not a problem and warning against “decoupling” and supply-chain disruption. Berlin Politics & Rights: A new Berlin report says antisemitism in parts of the city’s queer scene has intensified since Oct. 7, with Jewish LGBTQ+ people reporting exclusion and intimidation. Security & Governance: Germany’s threat posture is in focus amid reports of rising attack risks and broader debate over state powers. Budget Pressure: Fitch warns developed-market government debt could hit a record $75.8tn by end-2026, with defence, ageing and higher interest costs driving deficits. Energy Diplomacy: Aliyev and Merz also use the moment to deepen Germany-Azerbaijan ties beyond oil and gas, including economic council plans.
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