AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPress Freedom: Mexican journalist Alberto Amaro says he waited more than 48 hours for help after reporting gunfire near his home. An AP investigation found eight journalists were killed while enrolled in the federal protection program from 2017 to 2022. Cartel Violence: A major operation targeted Jalisco New Generation Cartel figure “R2” and led to 19 arrests; reports say the alleged regional boss was killed. Mexico also confirmed police gunfire killed a 7-year-old U.S. girl during an anti-cartel operation, while authorities search three states for an abducted mayor. Economy and Trade: Formal employment hit a record 23.08 million jobs, even as annual inflation rose to 3.75%. The central bank cut its benchmark rate to 6.25%. President Claudia Sheinbaum is visiting China to pursue investment as Mexico says its crackdown on Asian steel shipments is helping advance tariff talks with Washington. Environment and Health: Mexico, the U.S. and Guatemala could lose measles-free status amid rising cases. Mexico also added 3,500 acres to the Maya Forest Corridor.
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