AGP Executive Report

India–Norway Green Push: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Norway’s Jonas Gahr Støre unveiled a “Green Strategic Partnership” in Oslo, aiming to scale clean energy, climate resilience, the blue economy and green shipping, with both sides also pledging to double trade by 2030 and fast-track wind and storage as India grapples with energy shocks. EU–Switzerland Steel Clash: The European Commission rejected Swiss criticism of new steel tariffs, saying the EU’s move doesn’t breach the Swiss-EU stabilisation package because steel is governed by older rules. Ukraine Tribunal Momentum: In Chisinau, most Council of Europe states backed a Special Tribunal for Russia’s aggression, while Georgia stayed out—another step toward a long-awaited legal process. UK Border Convenience: From July 8, UK e-gates will welcome children aged eight and nine (120cm tall, with an adult), cutting family queues and potentially adding access for up to 1.5 million more kids. Liechtenstein Angle: Liechtenstein is named in the India–EFTA TEPA framework and in the tribunal support list, keeping the small-state footprint visible in big-ticket diplomacy.

India–Nordics Diplomacy: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Norway for talks with Jonas Gahr Støre, with trade and energy supplies set to lead the agenda, alongside progress on the India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement that includes Liechtenstein. Global Justice: In Europe, momentum builds for the Special Tribunal on Russia’s aggression against Ukraine after 36 countries backed the “point of no return” step—while Georgia refused to join the committee. UK Travel Rules: The UK is expanding passport e-gates from July 8, letting children aged eight and nine use them to cut summer queues (with height and adult-accompaniment rules). Private-Sector Watch: Lightrock launched a $500m clean energy fund for Africa and Asia, targeting growth-stage firms in power access and clean mobility. Local Angle: Switzerland’s Liechtenstein-linked region stays in view as the tribunal and EFTA deal both keep small states central to big decisions.

India–Nordics Diplomacy: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first visit to Norway is set to put trade and energy at the top of the agenda, with talks expected to track progress on the India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) that includes Liechtenstein alongside Switzerland, Iceland and Norway, plus wider discussions on Ukraine, Iran and Gaza. UK Border Tech: The UK is rolling out a major summer change: from July 8, children aged eight and nine (at least 120cm tall and accompanied by an adult) can use passport e-gates, a move aimed at cutting queues and potentially helping up to 1.5 million more youngsters travel faster. Ukraine Accountability: Georgia again stayed out of the Special Tribunal push, while the broader effort to prosecute Russia’s aggression keeps expanding across Europe, with the “point of no return” language returning as more countries sign on. Maltese Sport Leak: In Malta, court filings now name an ambassador-nominee’s partner as the alleged source behind leaked recordings targeting a senior integrity official.

UK Border Speed-Up: The Home Office says passport e-gates will open to children aged eight and nine from July 8, cutting summer queues at major airports. Kids must be at least 120cm tall, be accompanied by an adult, and use biometric passports; the government estimates up to 1.5 million more children will benefit each year. EU/International Justice: In a major step toward accountability for Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, 36 countries backed a special tribunal framework, with the EU and Denmark also moving to join the governing setup—while Georgia stayed out, drawing criticism from Georgian opposition figures. Wealth & Finance: LGT has appointed a new Thailand wealth chief executive, underscoring Thailand’s growing pull for private banking. Health: The EU approved expanded use of Pfizer’s HYMPAVZI for certain hemophilia patients with inhibitors.

Georgian Politics: Grigol Gegelia of Strong Georgia – Lelo says Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili’s explanation for why Georgia won’t join the special tribunal over Russia’s aggression shows the “Georgian Dream” regime can’t make independent decisions, accusing it of “trading in values” and prioritizing Russian-aligned interests over Georgia’s own. International Justice: The tribunal push keeps gaining momentum: 36 countries have signed on, with the “point of no return” message coming from Ukraine’s foreign minister as the plan takes shape in The Hague. UK Travel Rules: From 8 July, UK airport e-gates will accept children aged eight and nine (at least 120cm tall, with an adult), aiming to cut summer queues for up to 1.5 million more kids. Finance & Wealth: LGT has named a new Thailand wealth business chief executive, underscoring Thailand’s growing role in private banking. Sports: Aarau drew 2-2 with Yverdon, with David Acquah scoring early and again highlighting his impact.

UK Border Shake-up: From 8 July, children aged eight and nine (at least 120cm, travelling with an adult) will be allowed to use passport e-gates at UK airports, cutting family queue times and adding an estimated 1.5 million extra kids to automated processing each year. Putin Tribunal Momentum: Thirty-six countries—with Liechtenstein named among participants—have signed up for a special tribunal on Russia’s aggression, with the “point of no return” language used as the Hague-based court moves toward real operations. Clean Energy Capital: Lightrock launched a $500m clean energy fund, Accelerate7, targeting growth-stage power and energy solutions across Africa and Asia, with major energy investors involved. Wealth Management Move: LGT appointed Anchalee Bunsongsikul as CEO of its Thailand securities business, underscoring Thailand’s growing role in private banking. Sports: Ghanaian defender David Acquah scored as Aarau drew 2-2 with Yverdon.

Putin Tribunal Momentum: 36 countries have signed on to a Special Tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine, with the court set to be based in The Hague—Ukraine’s foreign minister called it a “point of no return,” even as the tribunal faces limits on bringing Putin to justice. UK Border Tech: From 8 July, children aged eight and nine (at least 120cm tall, with an adult) will be allowed to use UK passport e-gates, aiming to cut summer queues for up to 1.5 million more kids. Wealth & Finance: LGT has named Anchalee Bunsongsikul as CEO of LGT Securities (Thailand), underlining Thailand’s growing role in Asia wealth management. Energy Investment: Lightrock launched a $500m clean energy fund targeting growth-stage firms across Africa and Asia. Health Watch: The EU approved an expanded use of Pfizer’s HYMPAVZI for certain hemophilia patients aged 12+.

UK Border Tech Update: The UK Home Office says children aged eight and nine will be allowed to use passport e-gates from 8 July, cutting queues for families. Kids must be at least 120cm tall and travel with an adult, and the change could add access for up to 1.5 million more children across the UK’s e-gate airports. International Justice Push: The Special Tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine keeps expanding: Switzerland is set to join, with the legal formalization voted on May 15, while Denmark has already become the 34th participating country. Liechtenstein in the mix: Liechtenstein is also named among countries backing the tribunal’s wider participation. Wealth & Finance: LGT has appointed Anchalee Bunsongsikul as CEO of LGT Securities (Thailand), underscoring Thailand’s growing role for European private banking. Regional Funding: Romania is set to receive nearly EUR 600 million under the next EEA and Norway Grants cycle, with Liechtenstein among the partners. Crypto Markets: Fuutura launched a non-custodial, multi-asset trading protocol using on-chain identity and self-custody.

Airport Tech & Queues: The UK is widening e-gate access from 8 July, letting children aged eight and nine use passport e-gates when returning from abroad—if they’re at least 120cm tall and accompanied by an adult—a move the Home Office says could help up to 1.5 million more youngsters avoid longer manual queues. International Justice: Switzerland is set to join the Special Tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine, with the legal formalization due for a vote at the Council of Europe meeting in Moldova on 15 May. Finance & Wealth: Liechtenstein-headquartered LGT appoints Anchalee Bunsongsikul as CEO of LGT Securities (Thailand), underscoring Thailand’s growing role in Asia-Pacific wealth management. Regional Funding: Romania signs on for nearly EUR 600m in the next EEA and Norway Grants cycle, with Liechtenstein among the partners. Crypto Markets: Fuutura launches a non-custodial, multi-asset trading protocol built around self-custody and on-chain identity.

Energy Diplomacy: India and the UAE are set to sign energy pacts on May 15, focusing on LPG cooperation and strategic oil reserves as PM Narendra Modi heads to the Gulf to shore up India’s energy security amid wider Middle East market shocks. Wealth & Governance: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley used the STEP Caribbean Conference to argue that private wealth planning now has to be built for volatility, succession pressure, and fast-changing regulation. Ukraine Tribunal Push: Denmark has officially joined the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine, bringing participation to 34, while the EU is also moving to join the tribunal’s management framework. EU Travel Friction: With the Entry/Exit System rolling out, airlines and some countries are warning of longer border waits for Brits—though Greece has eased checks for UK travellers to avoid summer chaos. Local Spotlight: A Lancashire police constable was sacked for supervising a learner driver while over the drink-drive limit. Liechtenstein Angle: LGT Group appointed a new CEO for its Thailand securities business, signaling continued Asia-Pacific expansion.

Special Tribunal momentum: Denmark has officially joined the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine, bringing participation to 34, with the enlarged agreement set for approval in Moldova this week—continuing a steady European push that already includes Liechtenstein, plus Andorra and Monaco. EU travel squeeze: New EES rules are still reshaping summer travel for Brits, with airlines warning of longer border waits and Greece easing checks for UK visitors to avoid queues. Energy diplomacy: India’s PM Modi is set to deepen ties with the UAE on LPG and strategic oil-reserve cooperation during a Gulf stop before a wider Europe tour. Local business/finance: Liechtenstein’s LGT Group appoints a new CEO for its Thailand wealth unit, signaling further Asia-Pacific expansion. Health breakthrough: The EU has approved an expanded weekly HYMPAVZI use for more hemophilia patients. Travel and rules watch: EasyJet and other carriers keep issuing updates as pet-travel and entry-document rules tighten across Europe.

Travel Mobility Watch: Pakistan’s passport has slipped to 100th in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to just 30 destinations—while Singapore tops the world at 192. EES Border Chaos: Across Europe, airlines are warning that the EU’s Entry/Exit System is still causing delays, with Greece easing checks for Brits and carriers like easyJet and Ryanair telling passengers to arrive early because planes “may not be able to wait.” Justice & Diplomacy: Andorra and Monaco have joined the Special Tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine, pushing the participating states to 27 ahead of a Council of Europe vote in Moldova. Liechtenstein Angle: Liechtenstein is also already listed among the tribunal’s supporters, reinforcing its steady international profile. Tech & Finance Glamour: WAIB Summit Monaco returns June 9–10, promising a high-profile mix of Web3, AI, and digital-asset networking at One Monte-Carlo.

Special Tribunal Momentum: Andorra and Monaco have joined the Special Tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine, bringing the participating countries to 27, with the legal-status agreement set for a vote at the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers meeting in Moldova on May 14–15. Sanctions & Accountability Push: Ukraine says the tribunal is needed because existing courts can’t cover aggression cases at this stage, and support has been building since EU political backing in May 2025. Travel Friction Across Europe: The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is still causing headaches for UK travellers, with airlines warning of longer passport-control waits and even missed flights if passengers arrive late. Liechtenstein in the Mix: Liechtenstein is already among the states backing the tribunal, and it also shows up in broader Europe coverage—from passport power rankings to ongoing debates about stability and governance.

Late Goal Drama in Swiss Football: Aarau’s David Acquah headed in a stoppage-time winner to beat FC Vaduz 2-1 away, after Shkelqim Vladi put Aarau ahead and Milos Cocic equalised just before half-time. Travel Rules Shockwaves (Spain/UK): New Spain entry requirements for UK travellers are causing fresh planning headaches, with changes also hitting pet travel and EU entry document checks. EES Border Chaos Fallout: Airlines are warning that the EU’s Entry/Exit System can mean longer passport control waits—and planes may not be able to hold for delayed passengers. International Justice Move: Andorra and Monaco have joined the Special Tribunal track for Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine, bringing the participating states to 27. Liechtenstein in the Mix: Liechtenstein is also tied to the tribunal effort, while the week’s broader Europe story keeps circling back to how small states navigate big systems.

International Justice: Andorra and Monaco have officially joined the Special Tribunal process for Russia’s crime of aggression against Ukraine, bringing the participating states to 27, with the legal framework set to be put to a vote at the Council of Europe meeting in Moldova on May 14–15. Travel Disruption: EasyJet is warning passengers that the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) may add extra delays at passport control and that planes “may not be able to wait” for late arrivals—after recent chaos at Lanzarote, where a passport-control system failure stranded dozens. Border Policy: Greece has paused EES for Brits, but Portugal and Italy have refused to follow, keeping the pressure on travellers heading for popular summer routes. Immigration Debate (Switzerland): Swiss ministers have reviewed an “immigration tax” idea and say there’s “no economic benefits” under the feasible options without changing the constitution. Local Angle: Liechtenstein’s stability and trusted institutions keep showing up in European finance commentary as the continent stays politically fragmented.

Over the last 12 hours, the most prominent thread in the coverage is disruption and policy friction around Europe’s border and entry systems. Multiple reports describe a passport-control system failure at Lanzarote Airport that stranded dozens of passengers and left nearly 70 people unable to board a Ryanair flight to Edinburgh; the outage affected non-EU travellers and included people travelling on passports from countries such as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. The disruption is framed as part of broader concerns about the rollout of the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), with Ryanair renewing calls for Spain to suspend EES. In parallel, there is also practical election-related guidance in the news cycle (whether voters need a polling card and what photo ID is acceptable), suggesting a mix of public-service information alongside the more disruptive travel/border developments.

A second major development in the last 12 hours is Switzerland’s examination of an “immigration tax” proposal. Coverage says Swiss government ministers reviewed a parliamentary report on the feasibility of an entry fee for foreign nationals settling in Switzerland, with the Federal Council concluding that “no economic benefits” were identified in the feasible option considered without amending the constitution. Separately, there is continued attention to institutional and governance processes, including a piece explaining UEFA’s club competitions and a business/technology item about scaling “Microbial Early Decisions into Commercial Readiness” (though the latter is not detailed in the provided text).

Looking beyond the last 12 hours, the strongest continuity for Liechtenstein-related news is the Special Tribunal for the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine. Multiple articles state that Liechtenstein has joined the expanded partial agreement enabling the tribunal, with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcoming the move and noting the total count of participating states reaching 25. The background provided in older items also places the tribunal’s legal and political timeline in context—EU Council steps toward EU founding membership, and a Council of Europe ministerial meeting scheduled for May 14–15 in Moldova to adopt the relevant agreement—reinforcing that Liechtenstein’s participation is part of a broader, coordinated accountability effort.

Finally, other non-Liechtenstein-specific but Europe-relevant items in the wider week include renewed criticism of EES implementation and calls for member states to suspend or relax border checks (with Portugal and Italy described as preparing to follow Greece), plus financial and mobility context such as Serbia joining SEPA and passport-index style rankings. However, the evidence provided is more detailed for the tribunal and for the Lanzarote/EES disruption than for these other themes, so the overall picture is that the most consequential developments for this period are (1) the operational border-control disruption tied to EES-related systems and (2) Liechtenstein’s confirmed participation in the Special Tribunal framework.