AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoColombia Earthquake Response: Rescue teams in western Colombia say they’re racing against time after a 7.4 quake killed at least 250 people, with officials warning the chances of finding survivors are shrinking as the critical 72-hour window closes; cities like Cali and Pereira reported heavy damage and hundreds of injuries. International Aid & Diplomacy: Colombia’s president asked Israel’s Netanyahu to send an aid delegation, as the two countries deepen ties after Colombia recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights; meanwhile, Colombian residents in Toronto organized fundraising for victims. US-Backed Security Push: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Colombia has requested joint military operations against “narcoterrorism,” as Washington expands its anti-cartel coalition and warns the ICC could investigate U.S. actions in Latin America. Caribbean Climate Strain: Puerto Rico faces days of water rationing amid severe drought, with up to 48-hour cut-offs affecting large parts of the island. Regional Development: Barbados says it’s investment-ready ahead of the October Caribbean Investment Forum, while the Caribbean Tourism Organization will launch a Caribbean Tourism Research Forum at SOTIC 2026.
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