AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWorld Cup Ticketing Pressure: FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket demand is surging in the U.S. and Canada, with USMNT group-stage matches drawing the highest average secondary-market prices—especially the June 12 opener vs Paraguay at SoFi Stadium—while other host-city reports warn some hotels and rooms are still struggling to sell. Paraguay in the Spotlight: Paraguay’s tourism push is getting a boost as GlobeWatch ranks the country sixth in Latin America and the Caribbean for international meetings, with Asunción also placing in the top tier for cities. Infrastructure & Trade: The Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor is in its final stretch on the Paraguay–Brazil border, aiming to cut export transit times toward Asia by about 10–15 days. Mercosur Politics: Japan’s ruling party lawmakers urge caution over Mercosur talks, warning about potential impacts on livestock imports. USMNT Leadership Talk: Mauricio Pochettino says his agent may have discussed AC Milan, but he remains open to staying with the U.S. after the World Cup. Culture & Identity: A new feature highlights the kygua vera as a Paraguayan symbol tied to women’s status and identity in Asunción’s history.
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