AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTourism & Jobs: Mexico outpaced the US and Canada in 2025 for international arrivals and spending, and the World Travel & Tourism Council expects the 2026 World Cup to lift regional travel GDP—6.4% in Canada, 2.4% in Mexico, and 2.1% in the US—via better connectivity and visitor experience. Creative Economy: Rio de Janeiro’s mayor announced a 225 million real ($45m) investment plan through 2028 to fund culture, film, and TV, aiming to expand access to grants and speed approvals—framing the sector as a job engine. Local HR/Community Services: Belize launched a national community health strategy (2026–2030) to strengthen support and resources for community health workers, especially in rural areas. Labor & Compliance: Brazil’s workweek reform is moving toward a 40-hour, 5-day model, with business groups warning about labor-market impacts. Cross-border Mobility & Enforcement: A US DOJ lawsuit targets states over restrictions on undercover license plates used by DHS agencies, escalating the fight over immigration enforcement. Workplace Risk & Integrity: A former Iowa school superintendent (from Guyana) faces sentencing after pleading guilty to falsely claiming US citizenship and using a counterfeit Social Security card. Regional Health Workforce: Cuba’s ambassador confirmed 59 Cuban medical professionals still working in Trinidad and Tobago under existing agreements.
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