AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoChina-Latin America Trade: A Bogotá municipal leader says Chinese firms are outpacing U.S. counterparts by moving fast, pricing aggressively, and working directly with mayors and local business groups—raising the stakes for Colombia’s infrastructure and tech choices. Oil Markets: U.S. imports of Iraqi crude reportedly fell to zero in the latest week, while Canada and Venezuela kept supplying most of the U.S. refinery feedstock. Colombia Peace & Security: President Abelardo de la Espriella’s government has halted negotiations with several armed groups, signaling an end to the prior peace process and a shift toward force. Drug Policy: Colombia revoked a 2015 ban on aerial glyphosate spraying, reopening a path to coca eradication but only under conditions. Earthquake Recovery: Hundreds marked the Aug. 10 quake’s 331 deaths in Bogotá, as aid deliveries and rebuilding needs continue. US Immigration: A court order ended a January pause on immigrant visas for 75 countries, including Colombia, restoring interview processing. Aviation & Connectivity: Frontier Airlines is seeking Aerocivil approval for daily Orlando–Bogotá/Medellín/Cartagena/Cali service. Business & Jobs Education: SENA Sofia Plus expands free, online technical training access for Colombians.
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