AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoEU Greenwashing Crackdown: The EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition rules take effect, tightening vague “eco-friendly/sustainable” claims and curbing misleading sustainability logos and carbon-offset marketing. Public Order & Policing: Arnhem Mayor Ahmed Marcouch warns that politicians steering police risks “scapegoat politics,” after police stopped organizing Ramadan iftars. Pandemic Preparedness: Sint Maarten’s Claret Connor says the next pandemic is certain and urges faster disease surveillance, sustained health funding, and a fair vaccine access deal. Consumer Protection: A Dutch consumer foundation launches a class action against Epic Games over Fortnite, seeking over €100m for alleged misleading tactics aimed at under-21s. UN & Settlements: The UN human rights office adds 61 firms to its illegal settlement activities list, bringing it to 214 companies, including Dutch-based businesses. Caribbean Accountability: Sint Maarten’s Audit Chamber flags a longstanding accountability gap after public funds were transferred to a Dutch foundation without clear rules linking it to Parliament’s oversight. Energy & Security: The Netherlands is among European states warning of heightened Russia-linked threats to infrastructure and NATO readiness.
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