AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTrade & Tariffs: The U.S. Trade Representative proposed new Section 301 tariffs tied to forced-labor import rules, with rates of 10% or 12.5% covering imports from 60 economies, plus a special textile mechanism; comments are open until July 6 and a hearing is set for July 7. Construction & Ground Engineering: Vinci’s Geoquest agreed to buy Grupo TDM’s geosynthetics division, operating across Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Mexico, to expand ground engineering solutions for infrastructure and mining. Foreign Investment Watch: Colombia saw foreign direct investment rise to US$3.8B in Q1 2026, up 34.4% year-on-year, though it remains below prior years’ levels. Packaging & Processing: EXPO PACK México 2026 drew 18,400 attendees and 6,100 exhibitors, highlighting food, pharma, industrial manufacturing and other sectors driving regional packaging demand. Energy & Industry Signals: Jet fuel output hit record highs in the U.S. as refinery runs and yield shifts increased exports, while drilling activity showed mixed regional rig counts. Mining Safety: Reports point to a deadly coal mine explosion in central Colombia, underscoring ongoing risks in extractive operations.
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