AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorld Cup Focus: Belgium’s golden generation face Senegal in the Round of 32 in Seattle on July 1, with Romelu Lukaku warning it’ll be a “50/50” battle against a technically strong, physically tough side after Belgium’s 5-1 rout of New Zealand and earlier draws with Egypt and Iran. Transport Disruption: Eurostar cancels direct UK–Netherlands services after fire damage near Rotterdam, with London–Brussels running while Amsterdam and Rotterdam stops are suspended and travel times likely to rise. Belgium in the Spotlight Abroad: Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot begins a three-day visit to the Philippines, marking the 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties and aiming to push trade, investment, tech and maritime cooperation. Security Watch: A Belgian-linked warning highlights the “normalization” of foreign drones around European airports and military bases, alongside rising GPS/Galileo interference. Culture & Local Life: Mons’ UNESCO-listed Ducasse de Mons (“the Doudou”) returns with a week of procession, carnival and the famous dragon tail hunt for luck. Sports Business: Arsenal reportedly accept a €20m bid from Besiktas for Leandro Trossard, with any decision expected after the World Cup.
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