AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTrade & Tariffs: The Trump administration launched sweeping tariffs under Section 301 over forced-labor claims, hitting 60 economies with rates from 10% to 12.5%—including Colombia—after USTR investigations tied to countries’ enforcement of forced-labor bans. Energy & Exports: U.S. regulators cleared Argent LNG to export up to 25 MTPA of LNG from Louisiana for 20 years to free-trade partners, with Colombia listed among eligible destinations. Colombia Politics & Accountability: Ecopetrol confirmed Ricardo Roa’s permanent departure as president, as the company enters a leadership transition amid ongoing legal scrutiny tied to Petro’s campaign financing. Sports & National Team: Colombia’s Football Federation renewed Néstor Lorenzo as coach after a successful World Cup run, keeping continuity for the next cycle. Human Rights & Justice: A U.S. court ruled an ICE officer linked to a fatal Maine shooting was not credible in prior testimony, as investigations continue. Public Safety & Tourism: Colombia is searching for a missing German tourist in Tayrona National Park after a week marked by multiple drownings. Culture: Colombian masked corridos newcomer Corridos del Rey signed a management deal with VHR Music.
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