AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTurkey’s inflation signal: Türkiye’s central bank lifted its end-2026 official inflation forecast to 26% from a prior 15–21% band, citing a “war shock environment” and scrapping the forecast range—while keeping the official 5% target unchanged. Cyprus Green Line clampdown: Cyprus says it has upgraded Green Line surveillance with cameras and 24/7 monitoring, coordinating with police and UNFICYP as migration and smuggling pressures keep security on high alert. Defense industry deal: Erdoğan says Türkiye and Kazakhstan will jointly produce and maintain drones after signing a venture covering TAI’s Anka systems. Regional trade pressure: Armenia’s business leaders warn firms to prepare for tougher competition once Armenian-Turkish borders and communications open. Health and harm reduction debate: Three former WHO directors urge tobacco harm reduction, pushing for “safer nicotine” to help reach a smoke-free world by 2040. Lebanon child toll: UNICEF reports at least 200 children killed or injured in Lebanon since March 2, with hundreds more affected by displacement and trauma.
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