AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoGuatemala-US Relations: Guatemala’s president denied any deal allowing U.S. anti-drug strikes, after reports of joint operations with Washington against cartel targets. Trade & Tariffs: The U.S. proposed new Section 301 tariffs of 10%–12.5% on imports from 60 economies over forced-labor concerns, explicitly naming Guatemala among the affected countries—raising the risk of higher costs across supply chains. Health Watch: New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, was confirmed in Texas after decades, with USDA warning it can spread via animal movement; AP also notes the broader regional spread affecting countries including Guatemala. World Cup & Public Health: PAHO and U.S. health officials are flagging measles risk ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with Guatemala listed among countries with thousands of cases. Local Impact: Fuego volcano ash advisories were issued for Guatemala, warning of ash movement over the country. Mobility & Tourism: BermudAir announced new nonstop routes that include Guatemala City, expanding winter connectivity. Sports: Czechia hosts a friendly vs Guatemala as both teams fine-tune for the 2026 World Cup.
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