AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCrypto Regulation in El Salvador: Bitfinex secured a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP) licence in El Salvador, completing a regulated setup for spot trading, derivatives, and tokenized securities under CNAD—another sign El Salvador is building a crypto-first regulatory ecosystem. AI for Tourism: El Salvador launched Turs, an AI-powered mobile app that acts like a tourism “super-agent,” helping international visitors plan trips and discover experiences beyond the usual hotspots. Energy Grid Upgrade: ETESAL inaugurated the $35M Surf City substation in Tamanique, El Salvador’s first Gas-Insulated Substation (GIS), boosting reliability for a fast-growing coastal tourism corridor. Infrastructure Progress: The Los Chorros highway expansion hit 60% completion, widening key lanes and advancing major viaduct work to improve regional logistics. US Trade Tech Shock (Global, with El Salvador in the list): The US imposed new forced-labor tariffs covering 60 economies, including El Salvador, under Section 301 as a replacement for expired temporary duties.
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