AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHeatwave Crisis Across Europe: Italy put all 27 monitored cities on red heat alert as temperatures topped 40°C in multiple countries, while Slovakia hit a new record 42.2°C and wildfires flared from France to the Balkans. Food and Farming Pressure: Brussels warned that the same extreme weather is cutting both winter and summer crop yields, with spring and summer forecasts down 6–7% in key crops like maize and sunflowers. Croatia Energy Watch: Croatia said its electricity supply is secure as Krško nuclear output is reduced, while drought across the region is also forcing energy curbs and raising concerns about water-dependent power. Local Economy Signals: Eurostat data showed eurozone retail sales fell 0.3% in June, with Croatia among the countries posting higher increases. Zagreb Tech/Transport: Uber says it’s building the infrastructure for commercial autonomous mobility at global scale, with autonomous operations already live in seven cities and planned launches including Zagreb. Sports Spotlight (Croatia-linked): Zlatko Dalić is reported to be moving to coach the UAE national team, starting a new chapter after his Croatia tenure. Tourism Update: Dubrovnik’s nautical tourism held steady in July, with arrivals and overnight stays nearly matching last year.
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