AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAsylum Overhaul: The Trump administration scrapped an asylum interview requirement, letting USCIS route some legally entered cases straight to immigration court—critics warn it could speed deportations for people with limited protections. Trade Tensions: Brazil hit back at the U.S. for extending emergency trade powers on “baseless” claims, arguing the move underpins punitive tariffs on Brazilian exports. World Cup Money Fight: FIFA’s plan to create a $20bn commercial subsidiary and sell minority stakes drew fresh backlash; UEFA called an emergency meeting as players’ unions and confederations question transparency and consultation. EV Momentum in Latin America: The IEA says EV sales roughly doubled in several markets including Brazil amid fuel-price pressure, with global EV share expected to keep rising. Air Travel Signals: IATA reported global passenger demand fell 1.7% in June, with Middle East tensions and weaker domestic travel weighing on recovery. Business in the Region: AB InBev posted stronger Q2 results, citing growth in Mexico, Colombia and Ecuador, while Porter secured BNDES-backed financing for more Embraer E2 jets to expand across Latin America and the Caribbean.
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