AGP Executive Report

Local Environment Policy: Monaco will ban disposable plastic food containers from 1 September, targeting ready-to-eat boxes, trays and salad bowls sold for immediate use, with exemptions for lids/closures and certain coated or fresh-fruit packaging. Community & Inclusion: The Mairie de Monaco is seeking an operator for a new inclusive snack bar kiosk at Place d’Armes, requiring a mainstream team that promotes employment for people with disabilities. Sports—Monaco Update: Paul Pogba has suffered another left-thigh setback and did not complete training with Monaco in England, leaving his early-season availability in doubt. Global Motorsport—Monaco Connection: Disney+ has secured global streaming rights for Formula E from the 2026-27 season, with races including Monaco, starting 18 December. Business & Finance: AM Best will hold its annual Reinsurance Market Briefing at the Hotel Hermitage in Monte Carlo on 6 September.

Liverpool–Monaco Friendly: Liverpool’s pre-season ended with a 3-2 comeback loss to AS Monaco at Anfield, after Alexander Isak put the Reds ahead and Florian Wirtz added a second—only for substitutions and defensive frailties to undo them. New Signing Watch: The club then confirmed Ronald Araújo on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with a £47m option to buy and a new No. 33 shirt, while Virgil van Dijk urged loan prospect Ifeanyi Ndukwe to make the most of his spell. Transfer Market: Reports say Liverpool are pushing on multiple fronts, including talks with PSG over Bradley Barcola and continued interest in defensive reinforcements as the Premier League opener nears. PSG Moves: PSG also strengthened its back line by signing left back Lucas Digne from Aston Villa on a three-year deal. Monaco in Sport: The Vuelta a España route is set to start in Monaco and send riders into the Pyrenees immediately, with stages in France and Andorra early on.

Monaco-to-Liverpool football buzz: AS Monaco spoiled Liverpool’s Anfield pre-season opener under Andoni Iraola, completing a 3-2 comeback after the Reds led 2-0 through Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz; Iraola admitted his side can’t yet sustain the intensity for 90 minutes, with fatigue and fitness gaps blamed for the late collapse. Transfer talk tied to Monaco: Monaco’s Ansu Fati says he’s “fully committed” after the club bought his rights from Barcelona, while elsewhere Monaco’s Lamine Camara is in the spotlight as Crystal Palace explores a bid and Liverpool-linked interest continues. Local business & dining: Monaco-based Beefbar is set to take over Dear Jackie at Broadwick Soho in London, with the brand’s Monte Carlo roots dating back to 2005. Finance & diplomacy: Luxembourg’s departing ambassador spoke on cross-border finance and EU institutions, with Monaco’s ambassador also present at a Washington event. Sports business: Reports say Jeff Bezos is close to joining a consortium for a major stake in Liverpool, with an announcement expected soon.

Liverpool-Monaco Friendly: Andoni Iraola’s first Anfield match ended 3-2 as Liverpool squandered a 2-0 lead, with Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz on target early before Monaco’s Aleksandr Golovin (pen), Mika Biereth and Paris Brunner completed the comeback. Iraola Warning: Iraola said Liverpool “cannot sustain the level we want” over 90 minutes, blaming fatigue after changes and stressing they still have “work to do” ahead of the Premier League opener at Newcastle on Aug. 23. Squad & Injuries: Curtis Jones sat out with a hip issue; Iraola expects new signing Jeremy Jacquet to be available for the next friendly vs Como. Monaco Transfer Watch: Monaco rejected Crystal Palace’s reported €50m bid for midfielder Lamine Camara, holding out for about €60m. Local Business Note: Molson Coors reported Q2 profit down 49% and sales down 3.3%, while pointing to strength in its Coors Banquet, Peroni and Monaco Cocktails brands.

Football (Monaco vs Liverpool): Andoni Iraola’s first Anfield home game ended in heartbreak as Liverpool threw away a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 to AS Monaco, with Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz scoring early before Monaco’s Aleksandr Golovin (pen), Mika Biereth and Paris Brunner completed the comeback. Local Sports Pulse: The match also highlighted Liverpool’s defensive fragility, including a late collapse after Virgil van Dijk conceded a penalty. Monaco Talent Watch: Monaco’s Lamine Camara remains a name Premier League clubs are circling, with reports linking him to Liverpool and other rivals as midfield reshaping continues. Aviation & Monaco ties: Vertical Aerospace is raising $100m to push its electric “Valo” air taxi plans forward, with Monaco listed among its customers. Culture & Royals: Prince Albert of Monaco capped 2026 summer concerts with a grand finale, while Prince Harry’s US move is part of a wider look at royals relocating abroad.

Liverpool vs Monaco Friendly: Andoni Iraola hosts AS Monaco at Anfield on Sunday, Aug. 9 (9:30 a.m. ET), with the Reds aiming to bounce back after a rough end to their U.S. tour; Monaco arrive with new coach Filipe Luís and recent momentum after a 1-0 win over Getafe. Match Build-Up: Reports suggest Liverpool could field a spine close to their Newcastle opener, with Alisson back in training and defensive reinforcements in the mix. Monaco Injury Shock: In Monaco’s pre-season clash with Getafe, Christantus Uche suffered a serious knee injury after a late challenge that earned a straight red for Christian Mawissa; Uche is expected to miss the rest of the season. Prince Albert II & Culture: Prince Albert II capped Monaco’s 2026 summer concerts with the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra’s grand finale at the Princier Palace. Tour de France Femmes: Demi Vollering won Stage 8 in Nice and took the yellow jersey heading into the final stage, with Victoria’s Sarah Van Dam finishing seventh.

Monaco Royalty & Culture: Prince Albert II capped the 2026 summer season with a grand closing concert at the Princely Palace, featuring Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra director Kazuki Yamada’s final appearance. Football Injury Shock: Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche is set to miss the entire 2026/27 season after a knee injury sustained in a pre-season friendly against AS Monaco, with reports of multiple ligament and meniscus tears. PSG-Monaco Transfer Watch: PSG confirmed the €50m signing of Monaco midfielder Maghnes Akliouche, while Crystal Palace has reportedly made an offer for Monaco’s Lamine Camara as the midfield market heats up. Liverpool’s Monaco Connection: Liverpool prepare for their pre-season friendly at Anfield against Monaco, with coach Andoni Iraola stressing a stronger bond with fans. Sports & Society: Pope Leo XIV will meet clergy abuse survivors during a France trip next month, including stops in Lourdes and Metz.

Monaco Football & Transfers: Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche has officially joined PSG on a €50m deal through 2031, while Liverpool’s pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola hits a valuation roadblock as PSG weigh keeping him. Monaco Injury Update: Getafe’s Christantus Uche suffered a season-ending knee injury in a friendly against AS Monaco, with scans showing ligament and meniscus tears. Monaco Sports Spotlight: The Monaco E-Prix continues to draw attention as Formula E secures its future until 2031, with new 2027 dates. Royal & Culture: Beatrice Borromeo’s next film project, “Blessed,” is shrouded in secrecy after a June 2026 clapperboard surfaced. International Affairs: Pope Leo XIV is set to meet clergy abuse survivors during a France trip that includes stops in Lourdes, Metz, and UNESCO. Health & Policy: A new discussion with Paul Krugman and Gabriel Zucman returns to the link between wealth concentration and democracy.

Monaco–Ukraine Probe: Monaco’s Prosecutor General says the Principality is actively cooperating with Ukrainian authorities into the 29 June bombing targeting businessman Vadym Iermolaiev, after Ukraine-linked reports raised questions about a joint investigation. Local Business: Monaco Cleaners is running a limited-time summer deal in Brooklyn—clean 20 shirts, pay for 18, with next-day pickup. Sports & Transfers (Monaco links): PSG has officially signed France midfielder Maghnes Akliouche from Monaco in a reported €50m deal, while Monaco is also pushing to sign Frosinone winger Farès Ghedjemis after an initial bid was rejected. Finance & Logistics: Air Charter Service (ACS) reports strong first-half growth, with Monaco among new office openings supporting performance. Community & Sport: AS Monaco Basketball has appealed a Betclic Élite registration decision, keeping the club’s 2026-27 season future uncertain.

PSG’s Monaco raid: Maghnes Akliouche has officially joined Paris Saint-Germain from AS Monaco on a five-year deal until June 2031 for about €50m, with the winger expected to replace Lee Kang-in and add pace, dribbling and line-breaking passes to PSG’s attack. F1 Monaco buzz: A new report lists 2026 race start times for the rest of the season, with the Dutch GP (Aug 21-23) and Italian GP (Sept 4-6) among the next big dates. Local lifestyle, Monaco-adjacent: Afternoon Tea Week is inspiring coastal twists, including a Robin Hood’s Bay “Bay Explorer” tea experience that uses a Monaco golf buggy to ferry guests from Hotel Victoria into the village. Crypto spotlight: AlphaPepe’s presale update says it has raised $2.2m, passed 10,700 holders, and is pushing toward an Aug 19 launch reveal and a Tier-1 CEX partnership tease. Sports culture debate: French trans basketball star Julie Tétart says they’d accept a WNBA call if contacted, but adds “it’s not possible” due to country rules—fueling fresh discussion around inclusion.

Monaco Governance & Finance: Monaco has appointed Benoît de Juvigny, a former top French financial regulator, to its Commission de Contrôle des Activités Financières, strengthening oversight as the Principality pushes compliance with international standards. Local Culture & Memory: Monaco’s external relations minister, Isabelle Berro-Amadeï, marked the Roma and Sinti genocide commemoration at Auschwitz-Birkenau, stressing remembrance and vigilance against hatred. Football (Monaco links): Marseille are reportedly eyeing former Monaco winger Krépin Diatta, a free agent after leaving the Principality in June, with Ipswich and Everton also mentioned. Travel Rules (Monaco angle): A guide for dual French-UK citizens says you can’t use an expired French passport or just an EU ID card to enter the UK—Monaco’s exemption doesn’t apply to UK travel. F1 (Monaco spotlight): F1’s 2026 season is in its second-half build-up, with Monaco’s own race already cited in the title narrative as Mercedes’ momentum shifts.

Monaco Sports Spotlight: American high jumper JuVaughn Harrison cleared a world-leading 2.34m to win the inaugural Monaco Athletics Festival at Quai Albert I, with Tyus Wilson second (2.30m) and Italy’s Christian Falocchi third (2.27m on countback), as the What Gravity Tour event put the high jump front and center. Football Transfers: Arsenal are close to completing a £75m deal for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimarães, with a medical in North London after clubs agreed the framework; reports also say Arsenal believe they’ve “saved” £25m versus an earlier £100m asking price. F1 & Monaco Lifestyle: A new roundup of F1 2026 results highlights Lando Norris’ Hungarian win and lists winners and final positions so far, while a separate piece leans into Monaco’s wealth-and-tax reputation through the lens of Lewis Hamilton’s success. AS Monaco Update: Ghana defender Mohammed Salisu has returned to pre-season training with AS Monaco after injury recovery, aiming to regain full fitness ahead of the new campaign.

Arsenal Transfer Push: Newcastle say Bruno Guimarães is close to a £75m move to the Emirates, with a medical next after clubs agree a framework deal. AS Monaco Football & Community: AS Monaco’s Summer Village at Port Hercule welcomed new signings Matthis Abline and Mathys Detourbet for fan meet-and-greets, with more events running through 9 August. Monaco in the World: Monaco and Slovenia marked 20 years of diplomatic ties in Ljubljana with a sustainability-and-innovation-focused programme bringing together officials and business leaders. Local Business Watch: Monte Carlo Fashions reported a wider Q1 consolidated net loss of Rs 23.4 crore despite revenue rising 7.6%, sending shares down after results. Sports Beyond Monaco: Transgender French basketball player Julie Tétart says she’d accept a WNBA call if approached, while discussing the limits of where she can realistically play. Global Policy: A World Bank report warns AI job risk is far higher in high-income countries than in lower-income economies.

Transatlantic Sports Debate: Monaco Basket Association star Julie Tétart says she’d accept a WNBA offer if contacted, but adds she has to be realistic about age and level—amid ongoing backlash sparked by Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham’s comments on transgender participation. Monaco in the Spotlight (Sports & Events): The Vuelta a España’s 2026 Grand Départ will open with a Monaco stage, including a short, technical 9km individual time trial passing major landmarks and starting at the Prince’s Palace on Stage 2. Football Transfer Watch: Tottenham have been linked with Monaco striker Folarin Balogun as they look for attacking depth, while Liverpool’s pre-season continues to raise questions about squad balance under Andoni Iraola. Local Business & Finance: Dinari is expanding tokenized U.S. stock trading to eligible investors, with Monaco listed among partners. Travel & Culture: A Chinese-language Mediterranean cruise sailed from Tarragona with stops including Monaco, as European travel demand from China stays strong.

Monaco-Bahrain Business Push: Invest Monaco hosted a Bahrain delegation led by Noor Al Khulaif, mapping a joint roadmap with meetings across the Principality’s key institutions and business groups to deepen economic ties. Vuelta Starts in Monaco: Cycling star Tadej Pogačar is set to return to the Spanish Vuelta, with the 2026 race beginning in Monaco on Aug. 22 before finishing in Granada on Sept. 13. Monaco Yacht Industry Boost: The Grimaldi Forum will host “The Future of Refit” from March 31 to April 2, 2027—an event aimed at superyacht refit and maintenance, backed by Monaco’s advanced-yachting push. Local Heritage in Focus: Monaco’s Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology is preparing the Fouille-École Internationale Monaco 2026 field school at the Grotte de l’Observatoire, studying some of the earliest human occupation layers in the area. EU Consumer Repair Rights: New EU rules give consumers a stronger right to affordable repairs instead of replacement—good news for households across the region. F1/Formula E Calendar Update: Formula E moved the 2027 Monaco E-Prix to May 1-2 to avoid clashing with the World Endurance Championship. AI Leadership at Monte Carlo: Monte Carlo named Nik Acheson as Chief AI Officer to expand “agent trust” for enterprises running production AI systems.

Monaco in the spotlight: Princess Charlene and Prince Albert issued a rare joint statement amid difficult wildfire devastation, as the Principality and the wider region brace for ongoing emergency conditions. Cycling & Monaco ties: Tour de France champion Tadej Pogačar is officially returning to the Vuelta a España after seven years, with the race starting in Monaco on Aug. 22—his bid for a Grand Tour hat trick is now firmly on. Football (Monaco link): PSG have agreed a deal worth about £42.8m (€50m) for Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche, while Liverpool have opened formal talks with PSG for Bradley Barcola, with a big valuation gap still separating the clubs. Local crime (Monaco Drive name-check): An Augusta man, Brandon Alexander Francis, was sentenced to 20 years in jail and 20 years probation over a 2024 Monte Carlo Drive shooting. Global identity news: Pacific island Nauru has renamed itself as the Republic of Naoero, reverting to its traditional name.