AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEU Meat Shock: The European Commission has banned Brazilian animal-product imports starting September 3, 2026, citing non-compliance with EU antimicrobial rules—Brazil says it will seek a reversal, and the decision lands just as the EU-Mercosur deal moves forward. World Cup Countdown: In Los Angeles, organizers say transport and food are ready, but the SoFi Stadium pitch is still being built; sod is due to arrive after a long trip, with the U.S. opener vs Paraguay on June 12. Paraguay Trade Push: Paraguay is aiming to expand exports to the Philippines—corn, oilseeds, and agro-industrial goods—building on last year’s meat shipments. Tourism Ambition: Paraguay’s tourism chief targets 10 million annual visitors by 2037, after 2025 brought 3.6 million international arrivals. Local Business Signals: Asunción’s office stock has grown about 20% since 2020, reflecting a shift toward offices as brand and relationship statements, not just cost centers.
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