AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSecurity & Justice: The US confirmed the capture in Venezuela of FBI “Most Wanted” fugitive Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, accused in a cross-border ATM jackpotting scheme tied to Tren de Aragua. Money Laundering: Venezuelan ally Alex Saab pleaded guilty in Miami to money laundering, agreeing to cooperate and forfeit $195M. US–Latin America Policy: The Trump administration is redirecting $52M in military aid from Europe and the Middle East to Panama, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia to boost Western Hemisphere counter-narcotics and anti-illegal immigration efforts. Human Rights: A Global Witness report says 85% of environmental defender killings in 2025 occurred in Latin America, with Colombia the deadliest for a fourth straight year. Economy & Markets: Argentina’s government projects 4% GDP growth and 18% inflation for 2027. Aviation & Trade Links: Surinam Airways is exploring new flights connecting Suriname and Guyana to St Maarten to support tourism and regional commerce. Health: An American Heart Association study finds only 1 in 5 Hispanic adults in the US has ideal heart health, with cardiovascular disease now the leading cause of death.
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