AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU-Canada Pivot: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signaled openness to Canada becoming an EU associate member, a move framed by analysts as Europe trying to diversify partners and cut dependence on the US and China. Tunisia Prison Crisis: Rights groups say at least 23 prisoners have died in Tunisia in recent weeks from extreme heat amid overcrowding and poor conditions, while authorities have not released official figures. Sumud Flotilla Case: A Tunisian court extended the preventive detention of the “Sumud 4” activists for four more months; one hunger striker’s health is described as seriously endangered as lawyers denounce politically motivated charges. Tunisia-Yemen Diplomacy: Foreign ministers Mohamed Ali Nafti and Afrah al-Zouba discussed Yemen’s latest developments and ways to strengthen bilateral coordination ahead of Tunisia’s Arab League ministerial presidency. Critical Minerals Stalled: Tunisia Investment Authority says critical minerals attract global interest but Tunisia has seen no projects for a decade, blaming governance gaps like slow procedures and lack of a one-stop shop. Energy & Security: An attack near the Strait of Hormuz renewed shipping and oil-price concerns, with Tunisia’s energy trade deficit highlighted as a growing economic pressure point.
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