AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAI & Policy Watch: Serbia signed new AI deals with China, prompting US calls for “trusted” suppliers and EU reminders that EU accession means aligning with EU AI rules—raising the risk of lock-in as Serbia already uses Huawei in parts of its digital infrastructure. Renewables Buildout: Masdar and Taaleri Energia inaugurated the 154 MW Čibuk 2 wind farm, pairing with Čibuk 1 for 312 MW total and about €500m in foreign investment, enough for ~178,800 households. Academic Freedom: Scholars at Risk reports a sharp global decline in academic freedom, citing state repression and legal pressure; Serbia’s own campus tensions also keep surfacing around university autonomy. Student Politics & Education: Serbia’s “Student List” unveiled its full slate ahead of the Oct 25 snap vote, while the education ministry warned that any delayed academic year plans tied to elections won’t be paid. Defense Tech: After major exercises at Pešter, Serbia’s leadership pushed faster “digital army” systems and short mandatory service, with emphasis on robotics and rapid targeting. Science & Heritage: Archaeologists uncovered an imperial Roman bath complex in Serbia with hypocaust heating and multiple pools in a fortified tower. Tech Platforms: Roblox expands creator publishing via “Roblox Everywhere,” adding standalone multi-platform apps and in-browser play, with AI build tools rolling out to Serbia later. Global Tech Governance: The UN backed a new equal-area world map to better reflect Africa’s size, with Serbia among abstainers.
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