AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoColombia–Cuba Rift: Cuba’s foreign ministry rejected statements from Colombia’s president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella about closing the Havana embassy and cutting ties, calling it subordination to Washington. Security & Inauguration: Cali is ramping up security for De la Espriella’s Aug. 7 inauguration, with a major operation after the swearing-in was moved from Bogota to the southwest. Diplomacy Tightrope: As Petro exits, Colombia is trying to keep Palestine recognition while rebuilding military and economic ties with Israel, including plans to cancel a Ramallah mission and shift the embassy to Jerusalem. Labor Cabinet Move: De la Espriella named attorney Natalia Lopez as Colombia’s next labor minister, signaling a push to tackle unemployment and informality. Sports & Leadership: Colombia’s federation is reportedly targeting Radamel Falcao as assistant manager to coach Néstor Lorenzo. Aviation Links: Air Europa will launch Barranquilla–Madrid nonstop service in December, adding a third Colombian destination to its Europe network. Drug War Reality Check: A U.S. review says Operation Southern Spear didn’t reduce cocaine supply, despite attacks that killed 221 people. Volleyball Boost: Colombia won silver at the South American Women’s Volleyball Cup in Lima, with FIVB Volleyball Empowerment support for coaches and equipment.
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