AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 minutes agoEarthquake Breakthrough: Scientists say they’ve finally explained why a fault about 1,000 miles off Ecuador produces “clockwork” magnitude-6 quakes every 5–6 years—two built-in “brake” zones inside the Gofar fault repeatedly cap earthquake growth. Ecuador Industry: Thai Union Feedmill (TFM) plans to invest up to $55m to build an Ecuador shrimp factory, targeting 2028 and aiming to boost capacity by 80%, betting on Ecuador’s global shrimp scale and demand for traceable, sustainable seafood. Ecuador Security & Governance: A new report says Ecuador has spent 846 days under a state of emergency, with seven curfews since the current government took office—curfews bring arrests, but residents in high-violence areas say safety gains haven’t matched the disruption. Regional Pressure: Bolivia’s unrest continues to trigger shortages and detentions, with neighboring countries—including Ecuador—issuing statements urging dialogue and rejecting destabilization.
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