AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMonetary Policy: Brazil’s Central Bank cut the Selic rate to 14% (from 14.25%), marking a fourth straight cut as it tries to steer inflation back toward the target. Diplomacy & Security: Brazil and the Inter-American Development Bank signed an agreement to expand cooperation against organized crime, with up to $978 million aimed at homicide investigations, prison security, and disrupting criminal financial networks. Public Safety: The IDB says demand for security funding across Latin America has pushed financing for violence-and-crime projects from $2.5 billion to $4 billion for 2026–2028. Sports (Brazil-linked): Brazil’s World Cup is expected to be “most competitive yet,” while Brazil’s Kerolin Nicoli is set to join Barcelona in a record women’s deal. Culture: Shanghai Chinese Orchestra performed at Brazil’s National Congress in Brasilia as part of China-Brazil cultural celebrations. Wildlife Moment: Capybaras wandered into Brazil’s Mato Grosso legislative building, prompting staff to guide them out without damage.
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