AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDefence Finance (EU SAFE): Poland, Lithuania, Croatia, Romania and Belgium have signed SAFE defence-loan agreements with the European Commission, with Italy notably absent; Poland already received its first €6.6bn payment (15% of its €43.7bn allocation). Croatia Tax Policy: Croatia unveiled an anti-inflation package including a new “excess profit” tax for large and medium firms, plus higher contributions and taxes for flat-rate sole traders—hitting top earners hardest. Tourism Rules: Croatia’s parliament approved amendments letting local governments restrict late-night shop alcohol sales to curb drunk-tourist disorder, while bars and restaurants are unaffected. Local Infrastructure (Varaždin): A €16m recreational pool complex is set for Varaždin, backed by HBOR and designed with solar panels, solar thermal and heat pumps. Digital Work Trend: Croatia ranked 8th globally in a digital nomad index, highlighting its remote-work appeal. Business & Markets (Media): Alpac Capital agreed to buy Serbia/Montenegro media group Adria News Network, a deal minority shareholders call illegal. Global Tech/Connectivity: Sparkle plans to extend its GreenMed submarine cable toward Jordan via Aqaba Digital Hub, linking Europe with the Middle East and Asia.
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