AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU-Mexico Trade Update: Ursula von der Leyen says the refreshed EU-Mexico deal cuts 99% of tariffs and will save Europe’s agrifood sector about €100m a year, arguing it’s a needed hedge against today’s tariff-and-export-control era. Egypt Digital Payments: FABMISR and Network International are teaming up to expand card issuing, acquiring, and end-to-end digital payment processing across Egypt, targeting retail, corporate, and SME growth. Dubai Mobility Costs: From June 1, Dubai’s Salik tolls and Parkin parking will add 5% VAT, nudging per-trip costs up immediately for frequent drivers and commuters. SME Tech Resilience: Dubai-based fintech Qashio says it survived drone attacks on its data centre and recovery site, using business continuity planning to keep operations moving. Energy Pressure on Businesses: Ethiopia’s fuel squeeze is pushing drivers toward EV charging queues, while the broader region keeps feeling the Middle East-linked cost shock.
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