AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPanama Earthquake: A 7.7-magnitude quake damaged buildings and roads, injured at least 27 people and triggered evacuations. Tsunami alerts were issued across the region and later lifted; strong aftershocks continued, but no deaths were reported. Caribbean Climate Finance: A new regional bond aims to raise up to US$250 million for climate resilience, renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure. Food Security: A US Embassy-backed roundtable in Trinidad and Tobago sought investment in local food systems, including transport, storage and ports, as the country’s annual food import bill exceeds US$1 billion. Tourism Strategy: Guyana’s president urged Caribbean governments to invest more in infrastructure and transport and coordinate regional tourism plans. Cuba’s Economy: International visitors to Cuba fell 64.4% in the first eight months of 2026, while a separate forecast projects a 10.3% GDP contraction this year. Costa Rica Probe: More than 200 police officers are under investigation over suspected cartel ties, as the president faces scrutiny over a wanted money launderer’s presence at her election celebration.
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