AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTemu Crackdown: The EU hit Chinese marketplace Temu with a €200m fine under the Digital Services Act for failing to stop illegal and unsafe goods, including hazardous kids’ items and faulty chargers, and may impose further penalties after an action plan deadline. Digital Sovereignty Debate: Brussels is pushing “Buy European” style demand measures for cloud, AI and satellite capacity, but member states are split on how far to restrict foreign tech dominance. Chips Act 2.0: The EU is drafting “demand accelerators” to boost use of EU-made chips via public innovation procurement and offtake deals, aiming to reduce reliance on US and East Asian supply. Industrial Acceleration Act: EU ministers discussed the Industrial Accelerator Act to speed permitting and use public purchasing and investment rules to favor “Made in EU” output. Energy Security & Prices: EU coordination groups warned jet fuel could face tighter supply if Strait of Hormuz disruption continues, while gas storage is expected to reach 80% ahead of next winter. Food Safety: Sri Lanka tightened controls on exports to the EU after regulators flagged excessive pesticide residues. Local Retail Update: Colchester’s Northern Gateway Leisure Park says Vue cinema is open, with a few remaining units still pending.
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