AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoColombia–Security: President Abelardo de la Espriella is drawing backlash for appearing alongside bodies of people killed in operations, with the Ombudswoman and critics warning it normalizes violence while supporters say it signals toughness against illegal armed groups. Armed-Group Violence: Colombia reported a drone attack that killed three soldiers, as the government vows a crackdown and courts weigh in on strikes when minors may be present. Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced five new diplomatic postings, including Jon Johansson as New Zealand’s ambassador to Sweden and Tāne Waetford as ambassador to Colombia. Economy & Sports: Colombia’s sports economy hit 1.15% of GDP in 2024 (US$10.2B), driven by football, betting, media, tourism and transfers. Migration Fallout: A Colombian congresswoman tied to Trump’s immigration agenda is now urging action after her son was detained by ICE in Louisiana. Culture & Community: In the U.S., Haitians marched in Brooklyn’s West Indian Day Parade under heightened immigration enforcement and after losing TPS.
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