AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEU Migration Overhaul: The EU has agreed a tougher migration package to speed up returns and enable “return hubs” abroad, with rights groups warning it could become a “deportation machine” and undermine human rights. Italy Economy Watch: Italy’s services sector costs jumped to a 40-month high in May, while the overall services PMI slipped below 50, pointing to pressure from the Middle East conflict. EU Fiscal Pressure: Brussels is set to issue fresh deficit warnings, with Italy already among countries facing formal reprimands as the EU tightens scrutiny under its spending rules. Vatican Appointments: Pope Leo XIV named EWTN News president Montse Alvarado as prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Communication, a major Roman Curia leadership shift. Pope’s Spain Trip: Leo XIV begins a week-long visit to Spain, including a parliamentary address and meetings with migrants in the Canary Islands. Italy–Pakistan Ties: Italy marked its National Day in Islamabad, highlighting cooperation in energy, infrastructure, agriculture, technology and climate resilience. World Cup Culture: Brazil’s Casemiro says the team is “a step behind” favourites but aims to peak at the 2026 tournament.
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