AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEU Customs & Consumer Costs: From 1 July, Ireland will charge a new €3 customs duty per item on eCommerce parcels worth €150 or less from outside the EU, with the fee applying per item (so multiple goods in one order can stack), as the EU tries to curb the flood of low-value imports. AI Advertising Transparency: A new investigation finds some brands are using AI-generated influencers on social media without clear disclosure to shoppers, with calls for better labelling ahead of EU AI Act rules that start applying in August. Heatwave Health Rules: France has issued red heatwave alerts for 35 departments and banned alcohol consumption in public spaces during Fête de la Musique, while authorities also moved to keep parks open and reduce pressure on emergency services. Fresh Food Exports: Guimaras mangoes (Philippines) have begun their first test shipment to Europe, landing in Madrid after a route via Brussels and other hubs, aiming to open premium market opportunities. Aviation Connectivity: EASA has approved TAAG’s Boeing 787-9 operations into EU airspace, starting on the Luanda–Lisbon–Luanda route. Retail & Travel Demand: AVIAREPS has been appointed as general sales agent for Jazeera Airways across key European markets, supporting new routes and ticket sales.
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