AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPublic Media Funding Debate: A new Insight revisits Liechtenstein’s own experience with public service radio, pointing to the 2024 referendum that ended Radio Liechtenstein after voters judged it no longer worth the cost—raising fresh questions about what public media should do when scepticism grows. EU Climate Policy: The European Commission unveiled proposed ETS reforms to slow emissions cuts from 2031 onward, including longer free allowances tied to climate investment plans, while also setting a 2040 goal for electricity to reach 46% of energy use; critics warn the changes could weaken EU climate targets. Banking Regulation Watch: Three years after Credit Suisse’s collapse, Switzerland is pushing to strengthen FINMA’s powers, including the ability to fine and publicly name banks that break rules—though parliamentary resistance is already forming. Church Appointments: Germany’s bishops’ succession process is in focus as Archbishop Hubertus van Megen takes up his role as apostolic nuncio, advising the pope on selecting new German bishops and highlighting how constrained papal choice can be. Global Risk Rankings: A data-driven look at 2026 equity risk premiums flags the most volatile markets, with conflict- and crisis-hit states topping the list.
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