AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDefence & pensions in the spotlight: UK politics is roiling as defence spending disputes spill into leadership turmoil, with reports that resignations over the Defence Investment Plan dealt Chancellor Rachel Reeves a “fatal blow,” while Labour MPs urge Andy Burnham to drop the state pension triple lock to free cash for defence and young people. Global peace rankings: The 2026 Global Peace Index puts Iceland among the safest countries (top spot), while Afghanistan lands near the bottom, and Poland records the biggest improvement—fueling renewed debate over how “peace” is measured. Japan World Cup shock: Japan’s captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from the 2026 World Cup with a foot injury and announced retirement from international duty, forcing a midfield rethink ahead of the Netherlands match. Trade diplomacy: India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says India and Switzerland reaffirmed ties and push forward the India-EFTA TEPA during meetings in Switzerland. EU travel friction: Reports warn that Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is driving longer airport queues, with some delays expected to persist for years as countries adjust.
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