AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSwiss Defence & Drones: Switzerland is setting up a new drone battalion and a dedicated recruit training centre, with a “center of excellence” to develop, test and integrate unmanned systems with universities and private industry, aiming for a fully operational drone unit by 2028. Energy & Industry: Beznau’s nuclear plant is back online after heatwave-driven shutdowns, while Switzerland also faces winter gas risks and a CHF70m package to tackle heat and drought. Climate & Agriculture: Swiss farmers are preparing for droughts with major irrigation projects, and Migros is donating to support farmers hit by dry conditions. Finance & Legal Transparency: Credit Suisse AT1 arbitration is moving behind closed doors as Switzerland’s procedural record stays largely hidden, with an ICSID order limiting what the public can see. Science & Environment: ETH Zurich-linked researchers report an optimized method to extract soil nanoplastics while preserving particle integrity, offering a clearer view of how much slips through the agricultural system. Brand & Business: Allianz appoints a new Brand Director with experience from Zurich and Hiscox, as it pushes a One Brand Strategy.
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