AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDrought Watch: New satellite analysis shows Europe’s rivers shrinking fast, with the Loire, Po, Rhine and Danube hitting record-low levels and the Loire near Saumur revealing wider exposed channels and browning banks—bad news for summer travel and water-dependent power. Heat & Fire Risk: Economists warn heatwaves could erase up to €180bn from EU GDP, while wildfires keep forcing evacuations and disrupting services across the region. Water Safety in Switzerland: Despite the appeal of lakes and rivers, Switzerland logs about 50 drownings a year; officials stress the risk rises with hot weather and crowded summer swimming. Paris Short-Term Rental Crackdown: A Paris student faces a €20,000 fine after renting out her flat on Airbnb for far more than the legal 90-day limit, with the court ruling hinging on how the law is worded. Luxury Travel Trend: British tourism in the Balearics is back on track—UK arrivals in the first half of 2026 already beat pre-pandemic 2019 totals, with forecasts pointing to 3.57m UK visitors this year. On-the-Ground Culture: “The White Lotus” season four is filming in France, with Paris and Cannes-area glamour in the spotlight.
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