AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPoland’s defence-industrial push: Poland is preparing to host Patriot missile production and even a permanent U.S. military base, as Warsaw looks to accelerate output and reduce reliance amid intensifying Russian strikes. EU defence industry scaling: The EU has endorsed the first five European Defence Projects of Common Interest, backed by €325m, targeting drones, maritime defence, space security, air and missile defence, and Eastern Flank protection. Ukraine war hits research and logistics: Russian drones struck Kyiv’s National Academy of Sciences, killing at least one, while Poland scrambled aircraft in response to attacks on western Ukraine—underscoring how war pressure spills into critical infrastructure. Hybrid warfare and preparedness: EU capitals debate an “Emergency Security Protocol” to coordinate responses to sabotage and cyberattacks below Article 5, as NATO and partners plan evacuation measures. Poland in the supply chain spotlight: Reports on grain rerouting highlight how war disrupts Black Sea logistics, pushing longer, higher-impact routes. Retail tech watch: A market report forecasts smart shopping carts growing to $1.65bn by 2032, driven by retailers blending digital engagement with in-store checkout.
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