AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoParaguay Banking Crisis: The central bank placed Ueno Bank into resolution after its capital ratio fell below legal limits, putting deposits and public funds at risk. The lender says it serves about 3 million customers and manages up to $850 million in public money. El Niño Alerts: Bolivia declared a national emergency over drought and threats of fires, floods and other extreme weather. Panama, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador and El Salvador have also activated emergency measures or high-level alerts. Colombia Security: The government launched a military offensive after seven attacks in six days. Caribbean Reparations Debate: At the Commonwealth summit in Antigua, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham opened talks on a formal slavery apology and pledged £40 million for Caribbean infrastructure, while ruling out reparations. Venezuela’s Energy and Politics: Caracas is seeking more investment in its energy sector as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discusses a transition roadmap with Venezuela’s new minister. CARICOM Split on Cuba: Seven Caribbean countries backed a UN resolution against the US embargo; Trinidad and Tobago voted to retain it, while Guyana, Jamaica and Haiti abstained.
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