AGP Executive Report

Ukraine Diplomacy: President Zelenskyy appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, while also dismissing Ukraine’s ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam, and Cambodia—reshuffling key posts with Brusyl moving from his Italy ambassadorship. Border Policy: Europe’s Entry/Exit System is rolling out across Schengen’s external borders, replacing passport stamps with biometric checks for many short-stay travelers, while San Marino citizens are exempt. US Legal Politics: Senator Sasha Renée Pérez backed the Supreme Court’s upholding of birthright citizenship, framing it as a unifying victory for the U.S. ahead of its 250th anniversary. Local Governance & Courts: A Court of Appeal ruling held that realtors didn’t have to warn homebuyers about San Marino parking restrictions, since the rules were public record. Immigration Programs: Canada’s International Experience Canada work permits can be used multiple times for eligible young applicants, with San Marino listed among participating countries. Sports Administration: FIFA suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, a reminder of how governance disputes can trigger international bans.

Telecom Regulation & Coverage Maps: A new Australian rule on “Sender ID” is pushing telcos to update how they present network info, with ACMA requiring consistent coverage maps across providers. Diplomatic Appointments: Ukraine’s President Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, while also dismissing several other ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia. Citizenship Court Statement: Senator Sasha Renée Pérez backed the U.S. Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship ruling, arguing it protects children’s status and rejects attempts to “shut the door” on the right. Sports Governance & Sanctions: FIFA suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, barring Nepal from international competition until governance issues are resolved. Local Legal Ruling (San Marino): California’s Court of Appeal upheld a decision that realtors don’t have to warn buyers about city parking ordinances because such restrictions are public record. International Mobility (San Marino link): Canada’s International Experience Canada program allows San Marino citizens (up to age 35) to seek work permits multiple times under eligibility rules.

Diplomacy & Appointments: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, while also dismissing several other ambassadors (Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam, Cambodia). U.S. Politics: Senator Sasha Renée Pérez backed the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision upholding birthright citizenship, framing it as a unifying victory for the nation’s 250th anniversary. Local Governance (San Marino): California’s Court of Appeal rejected claims that a realtor had to warn buyers about San Marino parking restrictions, noting the rules were public record. International Sports (San Marino link): FIFA suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, a move that also highlights how small nations like San Marino sit in the global rankings. Community & Culture: A San Marino resident and retired judge published a children’s book inspired by a rescued parrot, using the story to help kids feel they belong. Eurovision: Canada will join Eurovision in 2027, expanding the contest to the Americas for the first time.

U.S. Supreme Court & Citizenship: Senator Sasha Renée Pérez backed the Court’s decision upholding birthright citizenship, calling it a victory for a diverse America and criticizing efforts to strip citizenship for political gain. Diplomacy for San Marino: Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, while also dismissing several other ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia. Football Governance: FIFA suspended Nepal from all football activities over alleged third-party interference in the All Nepal Football Association, barring Nepal from international competitions and FIFA/AFC funding. Local Law & Property: California’s Court of Appeal ruled that realtors don’t have to warn buyers about public-record city parking ordinances, rejecting claims tied to San Marino parking restrictions. Sports & Transfers: Robert Lewandowski is set to join MLS Chicago Fire on a two-year deal, pending visa and transfer paperwork. Tech & Privacy: A report highlights Flock Safety’s rapid camera expansion alongside growing municipal cancellations over data-sharing and unauthorized access concerns.

Diplomatic Appointments: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, via decrees issued June 26, while also dismissing several other ambassadors (Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam, Cambodia). Sports Governance: FIFA imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, barring Nepal from international competitions and FIFA/AFC funding until governance issues are resolved. Local Legal Watch: San Marino-related real estate litigation in Los Angeles County found that sellers’ agents had no duty to warn buyers about city parking ordinances, since the restrictions were public record. International Football Spotlight: Poland striker Robert Lewandowski is set to join MLS’s Chicago Fire on a two-year deal, pending visa and transfer paperwork. Travel & Mobility: Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) program allows repeat work-permit participation for eligible countries, including San Marino, with rules varying by age and number of participations. Sports Culture: Northern Ireland forward Conor McMenamin returned to the Irish Premiership with Coleraine, citing improved standards at home and “unfinished business” hunger for success.

Diplomacy Update: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, via decrees issued June 26, while also dismissing several other Ukrainian ambassadors. Parliament & Youth Policy: In San Marino’s parliamentary spotlight, technocrat state minister Aminul Haque fielded MPs’ questions on youth and sports, outlining long-term plans aimed at improving performance pathways and training structures. Sports Transfers: Robert Lewandowski is set to join MLS side Chicago Fire on a two-year deal, pending visa and transfer paperwork—another high-profile move that keeps international football’s talent pipeline in focus. Legal Ruling (San Marino context): A Court of Appeal decision in Los Angeles held that realtors were not required to warn buyers about city parking restrictions listed in public records, a reminder of how local rules can shape property expectations. International Football Governance: FIFA suspended Nepal from all football activities over third-party interference in its federation, underscoring how governance disputes can trigger major sporting consequences.

Diplomatic Appointments: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued decrees dismissing ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia, and appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta. Local Governance & Law: San Marino’s real-estate disclosure rules were tested in a Los Angeles Court of Appeal case: the court said realtors don’t have to warn buyers about city parking restrictions because they’re public record. International Mobility: Canada’s International Experience Canada (IEC) work-permit program will let citizens of multiple countries—including San Marino—apply for permits more than once, with age and participation limits varying by nationality. Sports & San Marino Links: FIFA suspended Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, a reminder that even small nations like San Marino can be affected by global governance decisions. EU/Euro Context: A new map tracks euro adoption across Europe since 1999, noting San Marino’s use of the euro via monetary arrangements.

San Marino’s Role in Sanctions-Era Aviation: A jet now re-registered in San Marino is linked in reporting to Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko’s business operations, after prior UK sanctions and a chain of alleged ownership and money-laundering concerns tied to figures connected to a Minsk casino. Diplomatic Appointments: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, while also dismissing several other ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia. Local Governance & Liability: A California Court of Appeal upheld a ruling that real estate agents did not have to warn buyers about San Marino parking restrictions because the rules were public record. International Mobility Policy: San Marino is listed among countries eligible for Canada’s International Experience Canada work permits, including the possibility of multiple participations. Maritime Law Watch: Kyrgyzstan advanced a merchant shipping code to create a national ship registry, noting San Marino already opened its register to international shipowners in 2021.

Water Access Gap: A new global map highlights that over 2 billion people still lack safely managed drinking water, with access near-universal in much of Europe and North America but dropping below 20% in several low-income countries—an infrastructure and public-health reminder with clear policy stakes. Diplomatic Appointments: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as ambassador to San Marino and Malta, while also dismissing several other ambassadors (Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam, Cambodia), signaling fresh diplomatic reshuffles. San Marino Legal/Property Ruling: A Court of Appeal decision in Los Angeles held that realtors did not have to warn buyers about San Marino parking ordinances, since the restrictions were public record—an outcome that could matter for how disclosures are handled in property deals. Sports Governance: FIFA imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, barring Nepal from international competitions until governance issues are resolved.

Diplomatic Appointments: President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as Ukraine’s ambassador to San Marino and Malta, via decrees 537/2026 and 538/2026, naming him also as ambassador to Italy since March 2026 and noting prior senior roles in the President’s Office and as a diplomatic advisor. Diplomatic Reshuffle: Zelensky also dismissed Ukraine’s ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia, replacing them through separate decrees. Court Ruling on Local Rules: San Marino’s parking ordinances featured in a Court of Appeal decision: realtors were not found liable for not warning buyers about restrictions on street parking between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. and a 48-hour driveway parking ban, with the court stressing the rules were public record. Sports Governance: FIFA imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, barring Nepal from international competitions until governance issues are resolved. Business & Trade: Kyrgyzstan advanced a Merchant Shipping Code to create a national ship registry, with Bishkek listed as port of registry—another reminder of how landlocked states keep building maritime legal capacity.

Diplomatic Appointments: President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Ihor Brusyl as Ukraine’s ambassador to San Marino and Malta, while also dismissing several other Ukrainian ambassadors (including to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia). Legal Ruling: A Los Angeles County Court of Appeal held that realtors did not have to warn homebuyers about San Marino parking restrictions because the rules were public record. Travel & Borders: Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing delays at airports, but San Marino citizens are listed among those exempt from using the system. Sports Governance: FIFA imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, barring Nepal from international competitions. Local Politics, US Angle: Los Angeles County’s certified primary results show many California Assembly races already set for the November general election, with District 34 advancing two candidates including Big Bear Lake Mayor Randall Putz.

Diplomatic Appointments: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia, and appointed Ihor Brusylo as ambassador to San Marino and Malta—another sign of how small states keep showing up in big foreign-policy reshuffles. Sports Governance: FIFA imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal’s football federation over third-party interference, barring Nepal from international competitions until governance issues are fixed. San Marino in Europe Travel Rules: The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) rollout is causing airport delays, but San Marino nationals are listed among those exempt from using the system, potentially easing border friction for some travelers. Local Legal Watch: A Court of Appeal ruling in Los Angeles held that realtors don’t have to warn buyers about public-record local parking ordinances—an issue that directly affected a San Marino home sale. International Spotlight: ITM 2026 wrapped in Istanbul with 48,257 professional visitors from 105 countries, underscoring the continuing global pull of trade fairs for investment and partnerships.

Diplomatic Appointments: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued decrees dismissing ambassadors to Oman, Cyprus, Vietnam and Cambodia, and appointed Ihor Brusylo as Ukraine’s ambassador to San Marino and Malta—an immediate signal of renewed attention to San Marino’s diplomatic ties. Property & Local Law: A Court of Appeal ruling in Los Angeles held that realtors did not have to warn buyers about San Marino parking limits and driveway restrictions, saying such rules are public record and could be found with minimal effort. Travel Rules for San Marino Citizens: Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing delays, but the EU says San Marino nationals are exempt—meaning fewer queue risks at Schengen borders for eligible travelers. Sports Governance: FIFA imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal over third-party interference in its football federation, keeping the country out of international competitions until governance issues are fixed. Local Sports Link: Larne’s pre-season schedule includes a July Charity Shield clash with Coleraine, with Coleraine set to feature Northern Ireland winger Conor McMenamin, who has scored for NI against San Marino.

World Cup Culture & Media: A Brazilian spiritualist’s “spaceship to abduct players” prediction failed to materialize during Scotland vs Brazil, turning the story into a viral joke rather than a headline. San Marino in the EU Travel Mix: With Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) rolling out and causing queues, Heathrow warns travellers to expect delays; San Marino is listed among those exempt from using EES, alongside Cyprus, Ireland, Andorra and Monaco. Courtroom Ruling (San Marino, CA): A Court of Appeal held that a realtor had no duty to warn buyers about city parking ordinances, saying the restrictions were public record. Football Governance: FIFA imposed an indefinite suspension on Nepal over third-party interference in its football federation, keeping the country out of international competitions until governance issues are fixed. Sports Transfers (San Marino link): Northern Ireland winger Conor McMenamin signed a long-term deal with Coleraine; his international goal included a Euro 2024 qualifier against San Marino. Maritime Law (San Marino link): Kyrgyzstan passed its first Merchant Shipping Code to create a ship registry, joining other landlocked states like San Marino that opened registers to international owners.

Court Ruling on Property Disclosures: San Marino’s real-estate dispute in the spotlight: the Court of Appeal rejected buyers’ claims that sellers’ agents had a duty to warn about city parking limits, saying the restrictions were public record and could be found with minimal effort. Travel & Border Policy: Europe’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) is triggering delays at airports, but the EU lists exemptions that include San Marino among the travelers who may avoid the system—raising practical questions for cross-border movement. International Finance Watch: Bosnia’s “grey list” status is expected to worsen payment delays and raise transaction controls, with experts warning it could slow the country’s European path. Sports & Identity (San Marino-linked): A Northern Ireland forward, Conor McMenamin, is set to return to the Irish League with Coleraine, with his international scoring history including a Euro 2024 qualifier against San Marino. Regional Governance Context: Kyrgyzstan passed a Merchant Shipping Code to build a national ship registry—an example of how landlocked states seek new legal frameworks for global trade.

Maritime Law & San Marino Link: Kyrgyzstan’s parliament has passed its first Merchant Shipping Code, setting up a national ship registry with Bishkek as port of registry and a new maritime administration/operator—an approach that mirrors how other landlocked states, including San Marino, opened their registers to international shipowners in 2021. EU Border Policy: Europe’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) is causing airport queues and delays, but the EU says some travelers are exempt—explicitly including San Marino among the listed countries—so eligible passengers may avoid the worst of the lines. San Marino in Sport Spotlight: A World Cup recap piece highlights the memory of San Marino’s Davide Gualtieri scoring, while another football history story notes Cyprus’s closest-ever major-tournament qualifying run included San Marino in its group. Business & Local Economy: A fashion trade report ties San Marino-based Interjeans to Lyle & Scott’s growth in Italy, saying the brand now drives one-third of Interjeans wholesale revenue and that the group closed 2025 with €39m turnover.