AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoEurovision Fallout in Vienna: Israel’s Noam Bettan qualified for the final despite pro-Palestinian shouts during his semi-final performance; four spectators were removed for disruptive behavior, and the contest remains split by boycott calls from several countries including Slovenia. Slovenia’s Climate Tax Switch: Slovenia is partially reintroducing the environmental tax on fuels tied to CO2, from 12 May to 1 June, while cutting petrol excise duty to keep the move price-neutral for consumers. Sustainable Finance Spotlight: At Environmental Finance’s Sustainable Debt conference, Marjan Divjak discussed how Slovenia’s sustainability-linked bond is meant to plug sustainability-related funding gaps. Green Procurement Gains: A ministry analysis says green public procurement delivered over €500 million in savings from 2021–2024. AI and Artists: A new survey finds 99% of professional visual artists dislike generative AI, with many reporting income and job insecurity. Business Update: Marko Bitenc was appointed president of the Slovenian Business Club, aiming for a more predictable business environment.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.
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