AGP Executive Report

UN AI Governance: El Salvador co-chairs the UN’s first Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, with the UN warning that science can’t guarantee advanced AI won’t cause catastrophic harm and calling for safer, more inclusive rules. Humanitarian Response: El Salvador’s USAR teams keep showing up in Venezuela’s earthquake aftermath, including the rescue of a dog (Milo) after 12 days under rubble—another sign of cross-country coordination. Crypto & Finance: Bitget Wallet says it has topped 100M users and that daily payments now beat trading, with strong adoption across Latin America and Africa. Regional Economy: Remittances to Central America keep rising in 2026; El Salvador received $3.286B in Jan–Apr, up 6.8%, even as a new U.S. remittance transfer tax adds friction. Sports (Local Link): Wimbledon doubles: Marcelo Arévalo of El Salvador advances after beating Jean-Julien Rojer and Theodore Winegar.

UN AI Governance: El Salvador’s UN envoy Egriselda López co-chairs the first UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, pushing for safe, inclusive AI where developing countries have a real seat at the table. Venezuela Relief (El Salvador): President Nayib Bukele says El Salvador sent a seventh aircraft with 120 specialists to keep earthquake aid moving in Venezuela, rotating exhausted teams and delivering medicines, food, and medical supplies. Venezuela Rescue (USAR El Salvador): A 9-year-old trapped under rubble in La Guaira remains the focus of rescue efforts, while a separate breakthrough saw Milo the dog saved after 12 days—this time with El Salvador’s USAR unit helping locate and extract the animal. Diplomacy with the US: Ambassador Milena Mayorga met DHS Undersecretary Rob Law in Washington to advance regional security and migration policy coordination. Tourism Push: El Salvador was named host for World Tourism Day 2026, with plans to spotlight innovation and AI in travel solutions. Sports (El Salvador): Wimbledon notes include a matchup ahead for El Salvador’s Marcelo Arévalo in doubles.

Venezuela Earthquake Response: El Salvador keeps ramping up help after the June 24 quakes, sending a seventh aircraft with 120 specialists and 5 more metric tons of medicines, food, and medical supplies, while maintaining about 300 personnel on the ground. Rescue Spotlight: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez publicly thanked Costa Rican rescuers after the “miracle” rescue of survivor Hernán Gil, and also credited teams from the U.S., Portugal, and El Salvador. Humanitarian Shift: As international teams demobilize, Venezuela is moving from search-and-rescue to debris removal and recovery, with officials reporting thousands dead and injured. AI Governance: The UN is warning that AI could widen global inequality unless countries agree on international rules, with El Salvador’s ambassador co-chairing the Geneva dialogue. Local Sports (Salvadorans abroad): LAFC beat El Salvador 3-0 in an exhibition, with new signing Yevhen Cheberko making his early appearance.

Venezuela Earthquake Response: A 43-year-old security guard, Hernán Alberto Gil Flores, was pulled alive after eight days under about 140 tonnes of rubble at a mall in La Guaira, with rescuers from multiple countries including El Salvador helping keep him alive via a narrow access shaft and supplies. Rescue Wind-Down: As recovery shifts, UN officials say most international teams have demobilized and Venezuelan civil protection is taking the lead, with the official death toll reported at 2,954 and thousands injured. El Salvador in the Mix: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez honored rescuers from nearly 30 countries, explicitly including El Salvador, underscoring the regional humanitarian role. U.S. Citizenship Milestone: On America’s 250th birthday, ceremonies in Indianapolis and Mount Vernon saw dozens of new citizens from around the world take their oaths, including people with long ties to El Salvador. Tech & Security Procurement: The U.S. State Department is pursuing a sole-source contract to upgrade Honduras’ fingerprint system, designed to preserve links with El Salvador and Guatemala.

Venezuela Earthquake Response: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez says the confirmed death toll from the June 24 quakes has climbed to 2,954, with 22,445 injured and 16,309 homes lost, while 80 temporary shelters and 942 aftershocks keep rescue and safety teams on high alert. International Aid Recognition: Rodríguez also awarded “Heroes of Venezuela” and “Canine Heroes of Venezuela” medals to rescue brigades and K9 units from El Salvador and other countries, highlighting cross-border search-and-rescue work. Dog Rescues Turn Into Symbols: A border collie named Tsunami is retiring after helping save 25 people, and another dog, Buddy, was pulled alive after eight days trapped in rubble—stories that keep attention on ongoing recovery efforts. El Salvador Link in the Mix: El Salvador is repeatedly named among the foreign teams deployed and recognized for quake assistance.

Venezuela Quake Response: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez awarded “Heroes of Venezuela” and “Canine Heroes of Venezuela” medals to rescue teams and dogs from 12 countries, including El Salvador, after the June 24 twin earthquakes; the Cuban brigade was also praised for professionalism and humanism. Local Impact for El Salvador: El Salvador’s USAR team and other Salvadoran responders were highlighted among the international contingents recognized for search, rescue, and civil assistance work in La Guaira. Regional Politics Shift: A major rightward turn in Latin America continues as Peru’s electoral authority declared conservative Keiko Fujimori the winner of the presidential runoff, narrowly defeating Roberto Sánchez, echoing similar security-first wins across the region. Public Safety & Security: A U.S.-led coalition seized about 20,334 pounds of cocaine in maritime interdictions involving partners across the Americas. Immigration & Identity (U.S.-linked): On America’s 250th birthday, 150 people from 50 countries became U.S. citizens at Mount Vernon, including an El Salvador-born family background noted in coverage.

Venezuela Earthquake Response (El Salvador link): Acting President Delcy Rodríguez defended Venezuela’s militarized disaster-zone approach as the quake death toll rose to 2,595, with 12,000+ injured and 189 buildings fully collapsed, while insisting rescue efforts are still ongoing. Humanitarian Recognition: Rodríguez also awarded “Heroes of Venezuela” medals to international search-and-rescue teams, including a contingent from El Salvador (plus Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Turkey, Cuba and Vietnam) and their canine units. Local Disaster Aid in Focus: A separate report highlights how El Salvador’s USAR team and other international responders helped coordinate complex rescues, including the high-profile rescue of Hernán Gil after days trapped under rubble. Regional Politics: Peru’s electoral authority declared Keiko Fujimori the winner of the presidential runoff by a razor-thin margin, underscoring a broader rightward shift across Latin America.

Venezuela Earthquake Response: South Florida’s USAR teams helped pull 43-year-old security guard Hernán Alberto Gil Flores alive after eight days trapped under rubble at Galerías Playa Grande in La Guaira, with rescuers from multiple countries working through unstable structures and aftershocks. Regional Humanitarian Recognition: Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodríguez praised international rescuers and their search-and-rescue dogs, including contingents from El Salvador and other nations, as the death toll reported reached 2,595. Peru Election: Conservative Keiko Fujimori was declared Peru’s president after a razor-thin runoff win over Roberto Sánchez, 50.135% to 49.865%, amid protests and fraud claims. El Salvador in the Spotlight: Bukele’s humanitarian mission and USAR involvement in Venezuela’s quake response continue to be highlighted as part of broader international coordination. AI Governance: The UN’s first intergovernmental AI dialogue opens in Geneva July 6–7, with scientists warning that advanced AI may outpace regulation. Trade/Finance Watch: New U.S. stablecoin rules are set to land July 18, raising compliance costs for mid-market issuers.

Venezuela Earthquake Relief: A rare “miracle” rescue ended Thursday when 43-year-old security guard Hernán Alberto Gil Flores was pulled alive after 8 days under rubble at the Galerías Playa Grande mall in La Guaira, with teams from Venezuela, Chile, the U.S., Portugal, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Mexico digging tunnels, supplying water and oxygen, and working through aftershocks; officials say deaths are nearing 2,600 with tens of thousands still missing. El Salvador Humanitarian Role: President Nayib Bukele highlighted El Salvador’s expanded mission beyond search-and-rescue, including food, water, medicines, hospital support, and veterinary care for affected communities. U.S.–El Salvador Diplomacy: El Salvador’s ambassador and Foreign Minister Alexandra Hill met U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to reinforce bilateral cooperation, including El Salvador’s humanitarian support for Venezuela and participation in the Pax Silica initiative. Local Justice Watch: A judge in the U.S. is set to delay a decision on releasing Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a case tied to his deportation to El Salvador and ongoing smuggling proceedings.

Venezuela Quake Rescue: A rare “miracle” ended Thursday as 44-year-old security guard Hernán Alberto Gil Flores was pulled alive after eight days trapped under rubble at the Galerías Playa Grande mall in La Guaira, with teams from Venezuela, Chile, the U.S., Portugal, Mexico, Costa Rica, and El Salvador digging tunnels, supplying water and oxygen, and extracting him on a stretcher to cheers. Disaster Toll & Aftermath: The earthquakes’ official death toll is reported near 2,300, with tens of thousands still missing, while attention shifts toward humanitarian needs for displaced families. Local Spotlight: El Salvador President Nayib Bukele publicly tracked the operation, highlighting El Salvador’s role alongside international rescuers. Immigration Court Update (US): In a separate case tied to El Salvador, a judge said he won’t rule this week on releasing Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a decision that could affect deportation proceedings. Church Milestone: In West Virginia, the first Salvadoran-born bishop in America, Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, was installed as bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.

Venezuela Quake Rescue: After eight days trapped under rubble in Catia La Mar, security guard Hernán Alberto Gil Flores was pulled alive from the collapsed Galerías Playa Grande complex, in a rescue involving teams from seven countries (including El Salvador) and a 70-hour operation that used tunnels, water tubing, and oxygen support; his wife called it “truly a miracle,” even as the official death toll nears 2,295 and tens of thousands remain missing. El Salvador in the Spotlight: Salvadorean President Nayib Bukele posted updates on the rescue, highlighting El Salvador’s role alongside Chile, the U.S., Portugal, Mexico, and Costa Rica. Regional Markets Watch: Bloomberg reports investors are trimming exposure to Central America and Caribbean government bonds after a strong rally, with some strategists moving to a more cautious stance toward El Salvador and Costa Rica as valuations look “fully priced.” World Cup Focus: England set for a high-stakes round-of-16 clash at Mexico’s Estadio Azteca, where Mexico’s home record and altitude make the matchup a major test.

Venezuela Earthquake Rescue (El Salvador link): Rescuers in Catia La Mar kept working to free Hernán Gil, a 43-year-old trapped for eight days after the June 24 twin quakes, with teams from Venezuela, Chile, the U.S., Portugal, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Mexico inching closer while officials warn many others still lack shelter and food. Venezuela Earthquake Update: Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said rescue operations won’t stop as long as there’s a chance to find survivors, citing ongoing medical and supply support in quake-hit La Guaira. El Salvador Public Safety: El Salvador closed June with a historic record—just one homicide for the whole month, and zero violent deaths on June 30—credited to joint police and military patrols. Energy Relief: The government announced July LPG price cuts, with a targeted subsidy meant to keep costs low for more than a million families. Economy & Jobs: A new report says El Salvador’s service exports hit $6.21B in 2025, led by travel and growing tech/call-center work. Trade/Regional Integration: Yonhap reports Guatemala is pushing to join the Korea–Central America FTA, which already includes El Salvador.

Bitcoin & IMF pressure: El Salvador’s Bitcoin experiment is still standing: after the IMF-linked 2025 law change that made acceptance voluntary and phased out the state wallet, the government says it has not sold any of its national BTC stack (about 6,174 BTC). TPS shock for employers: The U.S. Supreme Court’s Mullin v. Doe decision blocks most court challenges to TPS terminations, sending new uncertainty for July 1 compliance as employers are told to monitor guidance and review each worker’s status. Venezuela quake response (with El Salvador in the mix): As Venezuela’s twin earthquakes push the death toll to 1,943 and leave around 10,000 missing, El Salvador’s USAR teams keep pulling survivors and even a dog named Giselle from La Guaira rubble. Immigration enforcement ripple: Reports also highlight fear among immigrant families amid intensified U.S. actions, including cases involving Salvadorans. Local education milestone: In Guantánamo, 108 sixth-graders graduate, marking another step for El Salvador’s education-focused community coverage.

Venezuela Earthquake Response: El Salvador’s USAR teams are still pulling survivors from rubble in La Guaira as the death toll climbs to about 1,943 and roughly 10,000 people remain missing, with hope fading after days of rescue work. Humanitarian Spotlight: Videos shared by President Nayib Bukele highlight difficult rescues, including a man reached after water was funneled through debris and a miracle puppy saved after five days. Local Impact in El Salvador: The country’s economy grew 4.8% in Q1 2026, driven by construction, mining, and investment, while education continues with 108 sixth-graders graduating in Guantánamo. Digital Governance: A new regional report maps digital platform regulation gaps across Central America and the Caribbean, including El Salvador, flagging risks like disinformation and online violence. Immigration Policy Backdrop: In the U.S., the Supreme Court rejected Trump’s birthright citizenship restriction, a ruling that affects immigrant families, including those with Salvadoran ties.

Venezuela Quake Response: El Salvador’s rescue teams kept finding survivors days after the twin earthquakes, including a barking puppy pulled from rubble in Caracas and reports that Salvadoran rescuers reached a 44-year-old man trapped in Maiquetía, while a 12-year-old was also rescued in Quito’s deployed brigade. Humanitarian Pressure: With the official death toll reported around 1,700+ and thousands missing, the search is getting harder as aftershocks hit La Guaira and families shift from rescue hopes to a long crisis of displacement and aid. Bukele’s Third-Term Move: In El Salvador, President Nayib Bukele registered his pre-candidacy for the 2027 election after constitutional changes opened the door to an indefinite re-election path, with the political clock now ticking toward party nomination. Local Economy & Exports: El Salvador also posted growth signals at home: record early-2026 airport passenger numbers, rising tourism revenue in Q1, and new push to sell premium products abroad, from culinary training to Vodka Mizata’s Netherlands expansion.

Venezuela Earthquake Aftermath: Venezuela’s twin quakes have killed more than 1,700 people, with over 5,000 injured and about 15,900 displaced, while the UN says up to 68,000 remain missing; La Guaira is under military control as rescuers and heavy machinery keep searching, though hopes are fading and a 4.6 aftershock added fresh panic. El Salvador’s Role in Rescue: El Salvador teams are still working alongside Venezuelan and Mexican crews, including a reported rescue of a 21-year-old man from La Guaira rubble, as Bukele’s government highlights continued joint efforts. Humanitarian Pressure: Residents in hard-hit towns say some areas still haven’t received enough government aid, with families waiting for debris removal, inspections, and safe housing. El Salvador Politics & Tech: Nayib Bukele registered pre-candidacy for a third consecutive term in 2027, and El Salvador’s National AI Agency named former NVIDIA executive Randy Lewis as senior advisor to push its hardware and compute plans.