AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU–Mexico Trade Reset: The EU and Mexico signed an updated deal cutting tariffs and easing barriers on goods and investment, aiming to reduce both sides’ dependence on the US as Trump’s tariff pressure reshapes trade. The pact also expands access for auto parts and recognizes hundreds of protected food products from EU regions, with lower duties for items like pasta, chocolate, potatoes, canned peaches, eggs and some poultry. Venezuela Readiness Drills: The US ran military exercises over Caracas with Marines and aviation units, rehearsing medical and disaster response near the US Embassy as tensions with Cuba and the wider region keep simmering. World Cup Debuts: FIFA World Cup 2026 is set for fresh history with debutants including Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Jordan and Uzbekistan, while South Africa returns after a long absence. Public Health Watch: South Africa’s team identified hantavirus linked to a Dutch cruise ship outbreak, triggering a long quarantine for exposed passengers. Business: Uber has made a full takeover offer for Delivery Hero at €33 per share, following a stake build that made it the biggest shareholder.
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