AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBolivia Emergency Powers: President Rodrigo Paz signed a June 8 law expanding executive authority to deploy police and limited military support to reopen highways amid weeks of road blockades, as fresh clashes in Cochabamba pushed the death toll to at least 10; the government frames protests as “narco-terrorism,” while critics say no proof has been shown. Critical Minerals & Industry: A U.S. investigation says DoD grants for critical minerals surged to nearly $550M (2021-2025), with lithium leading; affected communities in project areas report approvals being fast-tracked without adequate environmental safeguards or consultation. Ocean & Food Systems: An op-ed argues ocean governance should shift to measurable, performance-based management and calls for regenerative aquaculture to protect marine ecosystems while meeting rising demand for aquatic protein. Sustainability & Transport Links: Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico published its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining ESG progress across Mexico’s Pacific airports, including La Paz. Local Business Watch: D&L Industries says crude and coconut oil prices have eased (crude to about $95/bbl; coconut to ~$2,100/ton), improving outlook as non-food demand offsets weakness in food.
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