AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood System Shock: UK officials are reportedly pushing supermarkets to cap essential food price rises, but the bigger story is what’s driving the surge: Iran-linked shipping and a forecast record El Niño are squeezing global production, with fertiliser bottlenecks tied to the Strait of Hormuz. Shipping & Panama Canal: As Hormuz disruptions keep tankers rerouting, the Panama Canal is seeing higher oil traffic—closer to capacity—raising the stakes for how Panama manages this windfall. Cuba Pressure: Washington is hardening its stance on Havana as Marco Rubio warns diplomacy is unlikely, while the U.S. indictment of Raúl Castro adds fuel to a wider Caribbean security and migration ripple. Local Enforcement: Panama dismantled a transnational drug cell tied to the “Baghdad” gang, with arrests and alleged political links. Gambling Policy: Panama approved scrapping a 5.5% tax on casino and betting winnings to lure tourists and foreign players.
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