AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoU.S.-Backed Anti-Drug Push: Gen. Francis Donovan says “land strikes” against cartel networks are on the table as the Pentagon expands operations across Central America, South America and the Caribbean, moving beyond past sea-based actions. AI Governance at the UN: Developing nations pressed for a bigger say in shaping AI rules, warning that standards set by wealthy countries could deepen inequality. Brazil Jobs Boost Ahead of Vote: Brazil’s unemployment rate hit a record low (5.3% in the three months to August), strengthening Lula’s campaign as election tension rises. Colombia Investment Signal: PepsiCo plans a US$1B, five-year investment in Colombia to expand production, modernize plants and strengthen distribution, tied to the government’s push for 6% growth. Fintech Expansion: Jeeves raised $110M to scale stablecoin-native banking and expand stablecoin cards across more Latin American markets. Aviation & Trade Links: Guyana wants a major airline to use Cheddi Jagan’s Terminal Two as a hub, while Satena resumes Montería–Panama City flights. Climate Risk for Peru: Peru’s Coastal El Niño alert rose to 88%, with extraordinary intensity possible through early 2027, threatening rainfall, rivers and marine resources.
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