AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFIS Leadership Shake-Up: Liechtenstein’s Alexander Ospelt narrowly beat Johan Eliasch (65–64) to become president of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation, with Eliasch alleging IOC influence and the vote highlighting governance and transparency disputes. EU Border Politics: New EU asylum rules took effect Friday, expanding accelerated and border procedures for applicants from “safe” countries of origin; Turkey’s asylum recognition rate is cited at 13% in 2025, tightening prospects for Turkish applicants amid a Gülen crackdown. Liechtenstein in International Tech/Space: Open Cosmos says Liechtenstein has filed an ITU extension request tied to a June deadline for its sovereign broadband satellite constellation after launch setbacks. Trade Diplomacy with EFTA: India’s commerce minister Piyush Goyal met Swiss leaders to push implementation of the India-EFTA TEPA, with discussions also involving Swiss pharma and investment cooperation that includes Liechtenstein as part of the EFTA framework. Travel Rules Affecting Liechtenstein-linked Mobility: EU Entry/Exit System (EES) rollout is driving longer queues across Europe, while separate student-pass restrictions in Budapest show how eligibility rules are tightening for non-local travelers.
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