AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoColombia Security: Colombia’s military said it killed nine members of the Gulf Clan in a bombing in Chocó, as the country heads to the June 21 runoff and the government pushes to show it can curb guerrilla and cartel violence. US–Venezuela Counter-Narcotics: The leader of Tren de Aragua, “Niño Guerrero,” was reported killed in a joint US-Venezuela operation in Bolívar, with Washington framing it as a direct escalation in the war on drugs and Caracas citing intelligence and tech support. Regional Politics: A new wave of criticism in Colombia centers on claims of US backing for right-leaning candidates, with opponents calling it foreign interference ahead of the runoff. Trade & Industry Tech: Rain’s “stablecoin economy” report says LatAm transacted about $1.5T via stablecoins from 2022–2025, highlighting lower cross-border fees and rapid growth of crypto cards in Colombia. Aviation & Connectivity: ALMA Air returned seaplanes to Colombia, landing in Medellín and planning expansion toward Cartagena in 2026. Energy Markets: US jet fuel output hit record highs as refinery runs and yield shifts respond to Middle East disruptions, lifting prices. Poverty & Social Impact: Colombia reported 1.8M people exited monetary poverty in 2025, with extreme poverty below 10%.
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