AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCritical Materials: The EU is fast-tracking 46 strategic raw-material projects, spanning mining, processing and recycling to reduce supply risks for energy, technology and other industries. Belgium–Kazakhstan Ties: King Philippe and Queen Mathilde begin a state visit today with a 110-member delegation; the programme includes a critical-minerals roundtable and the launch of a bilateral business council. Agriculture: Summer heat and drought cut Belgium’s 2026 soya yields by 15%, forage maize by 14% and grain maize by 8%, adding pressure on livestock farmers. Industrial Investment: Estée Lauder is investing €5.7 million to reduce water use at its Belgian plant. Renewable Energy: Eight new Zeebrugge wind turbines are set to generate 115 GWh a year.
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