AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoNuclear Security: U.S. officials removed a highly radioactive cobalt-60 cancer-treatment source from Guatemala, moving it to secure storage in the U.S. after concerns it could be stolen and used in a “dirty bomb.” The operation, led by the NNSA with Guatemalan support, began in May with specialists from Los Alamos working on a teletherapy device. Trade & Industry: Crowley launched a new weekly container service linking Port Houston with Santo Tomás de Castilla (Guatemala) and Puerto Cortés (Honduras), aiming to speed shipments of fresh produce, apparel, industrial and consumer goods; the first voyage is set to arrive in Houston on Sept. 10. Agrifood Investment: FAO called for stronger, coordinated investment in Latin America and the Caribbean agrifood systems, citing climate risk and financing gaps that leave many producers unable to access formal funding. Manufacturing & Jobs: Reuters reports Indian apparel supplier Pearl Global is evaluating North Africa manufacturing options (including possible partnerships) to reduce reliance on the U.S. market and shorten routes to Europe. Local Development: Guatemala’s fourth Latter-day Saint temple in Miraflores Guatemala City opened for public tours starting Aug. 27.
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