AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Border Rules for Travelers: The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES), now fully operational, replaces passport stamps with biometric checks (fingerprints and facial scans) for non-EU visitors in 29 countries—though Liechtenstein, Iceland, Norway and Switzerland are not included. Expect teething problems and possible delays at departure, with airlines urging extra buffer time. UK Travel Costs & Customs: New ETIAS-related fees are set to rise to €20 for many visa-exempt travelers, with a grace period pushing compulsory use to 2027. Separately, UK rules warn travellers not to bring meat or dairy from the EU or face fines up to £5,000. Regional Security: 56 countries and the EU condemned a Russian drone violation of Romanian airspace at the UN Security Council, with Liechtenstein among signatories. Media & Sports in the Region: RTL has completed its Sky Deutschland takeover, including customer links to Liechtenstein, and Sky extended ATP Tour tennis rights through 2033. Liechtenstein Tie-in: A Liechtenstein-based firm is reported to have rescued Swiss garden icon Stewi from liquidation.
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