AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoProtests and Rights: Thousands joined Colombia’s first nationwide strike against President Abelardo de la Espriella, opposing budget cuts and economic reforms. Reports from some cities described tear gas, arrests and clashes, as a new decree expands police powers to disperse protests. Israel Ties: Colombia opened an embassy in Jerusalem, reversing the previous government’s break with Israel and restoring a free-trade deal. The shift drew protests at home and condemnation from several governments, including Qatar and Algeria, over Jerusalem’s disputed status. Regional Security: The U.S. is deploying about 600 soldiers to Latin America for training, with plans for exercises alongside forces in Colombia and Honduras as Washington expands its anti-cartel campaign. Climate and Health: Colombia ranked first in a global review of climate plans that include public health, scoring 29 out of 32.
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