AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoVenezuela Influence Case: Former GOP congressman David Rivera was sentenced to 10 years for a secret $50M lobbying scheme tied to Venezuela’s Maduro regime, spotlighting Miami’s role in foreign-influence efforts. Argentina Investment Migration: Argentina unveiled a “golden passport” citizenship-by-investment plan, offering passports for a $350,000 treasury contribution or an $800,000 government bond, with family add-ons—aimed at boosting dollar inflows. Energy & Prices: The G7 agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel, starting with diesel, as record fuel prices pressure governments ahead of elections. Hydropower Crunch in Ecuador: Ecuador extended electricity disconnections for large firms to 72 hours due to low water at key hydro plants, sparking business complaints about who bears the burden. Regional Geopolitics: A Latinobarometro poll found China is now seen as a more positive influence than the US across 17 countries. Corporate Restructuring: Nike plans more layoffs and an operating-model overhaul, including merging North America and Latin America into an Americas unit. Aviation Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will resume Trinidad–Caracas flights and add Tobago–Toronto service, improving regional travel links.
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