AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoColombia Security Crackdown: A car bomb hit a toll plaza on the Pan-American Highway in Cauca, hours after President Abelardo de la Espriella took office and pledged a hardline fight against “narco-terrorism,” with the army blaming FARC dissident groups and officials vowing to restore control of key infrastructure. U.S.-Backed Anti-Drug Push: Washington says it plans a $1 billion security package for Colombia’s new government, aimed at boosting forces, interoperability, coca eradication, interdiction, and targeting criminal finances. Prison Overhaul: De la Espriella ordered the transfer of 117 high-profile inmates tied to the peace process to maximum-security facilities to disrupt alleged criminal networks. Colombia–Morocco Pivot: Colombia recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara and signaled a new push for political and economic ties, including a possible free trade path. Mexico Cartel Pressure: The U.S. boosted a reward to $25 million for a Jalisco cartel figure and added visa restrictions tied to cartel associates. Venezuela Food Support: Caracas held “Food Supply Days,” with officials saying 500+ events nationwide and 20,000+ tons of food at fair prices will be distributed this weekend. Caribbean Food/Relief: Venezuela and Suriname reaffirmed cooperation after Venezuela’s double earthquake, including Suriname’s reported food and hygiene support.
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