AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCzech Drought Watch: Europe’s river low flows are now hitting industry and logistics, with Czechia named among the areas where drought conditions are “stable and critical,” raising risks for fuel deliveries, irrigation and electricity generation. Psychoactive Drug Crackdown: Czech authorities say violations were found at 63% of nearly 1,000 inspected retail outlets and distribution sites in the KORUND operation targeting kratom and synthetic psychoactive substances; almost 500,000 products were seized and hundreds of unlawful acts recorded. EU Industrial Rules: The EU’s new foreign direct investment screening regulation has entered into force, with Member States required to implement it by January 2028—important for cross-border deals in sensitive sectors. Procurement Politics: EU governments remain split over a “Buy European” push that would steer public contracts toward EU-made and low-carbon products, with major implications for steel, cement, aluminium, cars and batteries. Skoda in India: Skoda unveiled the Slavia sedan and signalled renewed focus on sedans in India, while also bringing back the Octavia RS and the all-new Superb. Czech Science & Industry: Czech and international researchers mapped key enzymes in wolfsbane and larkspur toxin pathways, while another Czech-led effort is advancing laser-driven muon imaging experiments with industrial and security applications.
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