AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoIceland-EU Referendum: Reykjavík published clear voting guidance for the Aug. 29 ballot on whether Iceland should restart EU accession talks, including who can vote, how long overseas voters keep eligibility, and Reykjavík’s polling hours and locations. Air Connectivity: Iceland and the Philippines signed a first air services agreement, paving the way for seven weekly flights and new passenger and cargo links after talks in Reykjavík. Travel & Business: Icelandair bought a 49% stake in Play’s Maltese air operator certificate holder, aiming for more European flexibility and potential efficiency gains. Local Life: The Íslandsbanki Reykjavík Marathon is nearing sell-out, with only a handful of entries left for the full and half marathons and competitive registration closing at midnight. Safety at Sea: A major search is under way in Scotland after a cruise passenger was reported missing overboard from the Ambassador Ambition, with hundreds of passengers initially held on board while coastguard and rescue teams respond. Volcanic Recovery: Grindavík children are returning to school as preschool has resumed and the primary school is set to reopen next week.
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