AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoColombia-US Security Push: The US pledged $1 billion in “security assistance” to Colombia on the first day of President Abelardo de la Espriella, as Washington backs a hardline crackdown on crime and narco-terrorism. Colombia Crime Crackdown: De la Espriella’s inauguration speech doubled down on an “all-out war” against armed groups and cartels, setting the tone for a tighter security agenda. Judicial Independence Under Fire (Caribbean): The Caribbean Court of Justice defended its judicial integrity after internal disputes over panel changes and leadership accusations, with judges alleging “authoritarian” management. Bolivia Rights Milestone: Bolivia recorded its first same-sex civil marriage after a court-led process, though the constitution still defines marriage as between a man and a woman. Caribbean Governance & Climate Stress: Puerto Rico began rotating 48-hour water rationing amid drought and aging infrastructure losses, while Cuba warned of major evening blackouts. Regional Diplomacy: US Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau heads to Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana to deepen energy, security, and economic cooperation. International Justice: Alleged Irish crime boss Daniel Kinahan appeared in Dublin’s Special Criminal Court hours after extradition from Dubai.
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