AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEV Industrial Push: Britain is injecting £65m into zero-emission vehicle firms under the Drive35 programme, aiming to scale EV production and protect jobs, despite political backlash over the 2030 petrol/diesel phase-out. Circular Packaging Policy: Serbia is moving toward a deposit-return scheme for bottles and cans to lift recycling and cut plastic and aluminium waste, aligning with wider EU-style environmental standards. China’s Manufacturing Pressure: A Reuters report says Shein is shrinking a Vietnam warehouse plan after US tariff changes and trade-war uncertainty, with layoffs underway—another sign of how fast supply chains can be forced to re-route. Trade and Industry Stress: Separate coverage highlights how Chinese exports and tougher competition are squeezing regional producers, with calls for stricter inspections and equal enforcement of quality and environmental rules. Autonomous Mobility in Europe: WeRide is partnering with Denmark’s GreenMobility to launch a public robotaxi service in 2027, pending approvals. Defence Tech Under Strain: Reports describe rising attacks on drone executives and engineers in the Russia-Ukraine war, underscoring security risks for defence manufacturing.
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