AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFuel Protests in Guatemala: Skyrocketing fuel prices tied to the Iran-linked energy shock have spilled into roadblocks and unrest, with Guatemala’s president saying criminal groups and local politicians tried to exploit public anger to destabilize the government. Public Health & Access: Gilead and PAHO announced a new regional pathway to expand access to twice-yearly lenacapavir (Yeztugo) for HIV prevention across 14 Latin American and Caribbean countries, including Guatemala, via PAHO’s purchasing system. Energy Policy Watch: Guatemala’s E10 ethanol program is getting attention from U.S. ethanol exporters as the country moves from imports toward a larger domestic blend market. Maritime Security: A U.S. Coast Guard cutter wrapped up GALAPEX 2026 near the Galapagos, with Guatemala among partner nations, focusing on countering illegal fishing and broader illicit maritime activity. Business & Trade: Central American embassies in Qatar reaffirmed plans to deepen trade, investment, tourism, food security, energy, infrastructure, and education ties. Regional Spotlight: Concacaf media rights expanded via Fox for Nations League and World Cup qualifiers, with Guatemala included among member associations covered.
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