AGP Executive Report
Last update: 33 minutes agoU.S.-Cuba Sanctions: Washington announced new sanctions hitting Fidel Ernesto Castro’s family and Abapet, Cuba’s oil-supply firm tied to keeping the power grid running, as the island faces worsening blackouts and fuel shortages. Mexico-US Border Enforcement: DHS/ICE said it deported people it labels “worst of the worst,” including cases involving child endangerment, kidnapping, and robbery, as the administration pushes harder on immigration removals. Trade Pressure on Mexico’s Economy: A fresh U.S. trade-deficit report showed a sharp July jump, with commentary pointing to how short-term swings dominate headlines—an issue that matters for Mexico as nearshoring and tariff uncertainty reshape supply chains. Mexico’s Cross-Border Tech Push: Alibaba Cloud launched its first South America cloud region in Brazil, noting it already has a Mexico region—another sign of Latin America’s growing role in AI infrastructure. Culture & Community: Chicago’s El Grito festival returns Sept. 12-13 after a 2025 safety cancellation, spotlighting Sinaloa-born Adriel Favela and regional Mexican music. Mexico City Spotlight: A new Accor hotel opens in Mexico City with Ángel Views and Japanese omakase, adding to the city’s fast-growing hospitality scene.
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