AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTourism & Local Business: Peru is pitching “Paths of Pope Leo XIV” as a connected pilgrimage route across Chiclayo, Piura, Trujillo and Callao—shifting tourism from one-off visits to multi-community spending that can boost hotels, food, transport, guides and small makers. Payments for SMEs: XTransfer says it served over 1 million enterprise clients in 2025, processing $60.5B, and highlights SME optimism on cross-border trade despite disruptions. Startup Setup Simplified: Airwallex and Air Corporate in Hong Kong launched a one-application setup that bundles company registration with a live multi-currency account, aiming to cut the “can’t transact yet” gap for founders. Risk & Compliance: LSEG’s due-diligence/risk intelligence push for Citizenship by Investment programs stresses biometrics and stronger vetting processes. SME Tech in the Region: BSJ Technology will showcase AI video telematics and connected fleet tools at ESS Colombia 2026 in Bogotá. Energy Access for Small Firms: Cuba’s private Solguara opened a fast solar charging station outside the national grid, offering emergency power for phones and lights during long blackouts. Disaster Impact on Commerce: Colombia’s earthquake response shows how damaged storefronts and infrastructure can quickly hit local livelihoods, with Dosquebradas still clearing debris and reopening access. Cybersecurity Watch: Colombia’s Justice Ministry reported a ransomware attack that disrupted public services ahead of the presidential handover.
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