AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLiechtenstein & EFTA Trade: EFTA has sealed a trade deal with Việt Nam, a reminder that small-state diplomacy still hinges on market access and regulatory alignment. Justice & Rights: Việt Nam’s Ministry of Public Security is seeking wider powers via a draft amended Penal Code—shielding police from liability for “operational measures” while expanding criminal penalties for “propaganda against the Communist Party,” raising alarms about tighter limits on criticism. Local Governance & Voting Rules: A debate over Thromde elections argues residency isn’t the same as citizenship, spotlighting how voter eligibility rules can reshape who gets a say in capital leadership. EU Mobility & Border Policy: The EU’s EES digital entry/exit system is driving longer border queues and calls to pause it during peak summer travel; Liechtenstein is directly affected as part of the Schengen area. EU Culture Funding: A petition urging the UK to re-engage with Creative Europe from 2027 has extended its deadline, reflecting ongoing political friction in EU–UK cultural cooperation.
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