AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoIndia–Italy Upgrade: PM Giorgia Meloni and Narendra Modi turned their Rome talks into a “Special Strategic Partnership,” aiming to lift trade to €20bn by 2029 and pushing cooperation on defence, AI, critical minerals, ports and mobility. Geopolitics & Shipping: The leaders also backed de-escalation and called for freedom of navigation and the resumption of Strait of Hormuz shipping, as G7 finance ministers press for action amid heightened risks. Airlines & AI: At Routes Europe in Rimini, carriers including Wizz Air and airBaltic said AI is speeding network planning, but route strategy still leans on human experience. EU Connectivity: Lithuania’s airports chief flagged more Europe–Middle East links after record 2025 passenger growth. Consumer Buzz: Ferrero is set to relaunch Wonka with Netflix, while the “Melodi” toffee moment around Modi–Meloni sparked political backlash at home.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.