AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMediterranean Tensions: Eastern Libya’s parliament approved a maritime deal with Turkey, strengthening Ankara’s claims in disputed waters. Greece, Egypt, Israel and the EU rejected the move. Economic Policy: Turkey’s central bank cut its benchmark rate to 36%, its first reduction in nine months, as annual inflation eased below 30% but energy costs remained a risk. Canada-Turkey Ties: Mark Carney and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced a strategic partnership aimed at a free-trade deal, alongside plans for more direct flights. Regional Diplomacy: Istanbul will host the first talks bringing together foreign ministers from Britain, France, Germany, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Egypt to discuss conflicts and regional security. Defense Cooperation: Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan and Indonesia signed an accord to expand joint defense production, training and research. Domestic Affairs: Police detained former Erdoğan adviser Ertan Aydın in an expanding investment-fund investigation that has shaken hundreds of thousands of investors.
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