AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Trade Defences: The European Commission is pushing tougher measures to protect critical industries from Chinese competition, warning that the trade gap puts around 29 million jobs at high risk. Youth Employment: The EU’s NEET rate fell to 11.0% in 2025, but the UK’s youth joblessness debate is heating up as government-backed placements and training aim to tackle a “lost generation” risk. Pay Transparency: The Commission says it won’t delay the EU Pay Transparency Directive, keeping the focus on equal pay rules despite business concerns. AI and Work: HSBC urged staff not to “fight” AI as banking rivals plan job cuts, while recruiters increasingly use AI screening tools. Industrial Policy: EU ministers backed the Industrial Accelerator Act direction—faster permitting, European preference, and more strategic investment. Talent Pipeline: The EU Talent Pool Regulation takes effect from 1 June 2026 to match non-EU jobseekers with employers across shortage occupations. Border Tech Friction: France says PARAFE e-gates are back for some travellers using EES, but kiosk and queue problems remain a headache. Poland Pharma Security: Poland is urged to reduce dependence on Asian medicine supply by building domestic production capacity.
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