AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoU.S.-Cuba Tensions: Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers Cuba is a “failed state” and a growing U.S. security threat, alleging it hosts Chinese and Russian intelligence operations and backs moves undermining pro-U.S. governments across Latin America. World Cup Warm-up Shock (Haiti vs. New Zealand): Haiti sent a loud warning ahead of its World Cup opener by routing New Zealand 4-0 in Florida, with goals from Ruben Providence, Lenny Joseph, Frantzdy Pierrot and Duke Lacroix. Diplomacy Milestone (Trinidad & Tobago): The U.S. nominated Trinidad-born Jennifer Johnson-Carroll as ambassador to T&T, a potential first for a T&T-born woman in the post. Digital Maritime Security (Caribbean): The Bahamas Maritime Authority rolled out a blockchain-based digital seafarer record book to verify sea-service documentation and replace paper records. Climate Watch (El Niño): The WMO raised the odds of El Niño to near or above 90% through at least November, warning of intensified droughts, heavy rains, and heatwaves. Caribbean Tech Resilience: Thirteen Caribbean countries met in Belize to coordinate plans for digital resilience and data security when systems go down. Guatemala Food Crisis Risk: Drought in Guatemala’s Dry Corridor is threatening crops and livelihoods as El Niño is expected to worsen conditions between June and August.
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