AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIndia–Nordics Pivot: PM Narendra Modi just elevated ties with Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden into a “Green Technology and Innovation Strategic Partnership,” with leaders lining up cooperation on climate action, AI, Arctic research, digital infrastructure, water and defence—plus a shared “no compromise, no double standards” line on terrorism. Sweden Defence Push: Sweden also moved fast on hardware, selecting France’s Naval Group for four new frigates in a ~€4bn deal, with deliveries starting in 2030 to boost Baltic Sea air defence. Volvo Fallout in Focus: Volvo Group North America agreed to pay about $197m after California regulators alleged hidden pollution devices on diesel truck engines. Tech & Security: Microsoft is phasing out SMS login codes for personal accounts, pushing users toward passkeys. Markets Mood: Europe’s stocks edged higher on hopes of Middle East de-escalation, even as energy and rate worries linger.
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