AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUS-Jamaica Security Deal: The U.S. and Jamaica signed an agreement to deepen military and strategic cooperation against narco-terrorism, building on talks in Panama and expanding joint efforts in the Western Hemisphere. Panama Canal Disruption: The Panama Canal will cap daily ship transits from Sept. 3 as El Niño-driven drought lowers water levels, cutting traffic from 36 ships to 34, then 32 from Sept. 15. FIFA Infantino Fallout: Regional soccer powerhouses are weighing a no-confidence vote to oust FIFA President Gianni Infantino after his World Cup plan involving private investors sparked backlash. Progressive Politics in Montevideo: Uruguay hosts the third Pan-American Congress of progressive lawmakers and figures, framing the agenda around lessons from recent conservative election wins. Cuba vs. Sanctions: Cuba says U.S. sanctions are blocking its push to open the economy to private investment, as Washington continues tightening penalties. Prime Video in LatAm: Amazon’s Prime Video plans to invest over $2 billion in Latin America originals, acquisitions and sports rights from 2027 to 2030, targeting Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and Chile. El Niño Health & Food Risks: ECLAC trimmed its 2026 forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.2%, while multiple reports warn El Niño could raise prices and worsen drought impacts across the region.
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