AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFIFA Leadership Crisis: LaLiga president Javier Tebas escalated calls for Gianni Infantino to resign, saying his management is “destroying the very essence” of football amid fresh controversy over a proposed private-investment plan and allegations involving a UEFA “departure payment.” Food Safety & HR Risk: A CDC-linked Salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños from Mexico has sickened nearly 350 people across 27 U.S. states, with major restaurant removals reported—another reminder for employers to tighten food handling and vendor controls. Trade & Jobs: Canada’s top trade negotiators are heading back to Washington as Conservatives urge PM Mark Carney to stop concessions ahead of an Aug. 19 tariff deadline, raising uncertainty for cross-border hiring and staffing plans. Energy & Workforce: New Zealand’s Contact Energy reported a 62% profit jump to $423m after absorbing Manawa Energy, signaling continued investment momentum for renewables and related roles. Tourism Resilience: Jamaica’s tourism minister framed the “Age of Resilience,” arguing tourism needs financing for people and adaptive capacity as climate shocks converge. EOR/Global Hiring Tools: A new guide spotlights EOR platforms for faster, safer cross-border hiring—relevant for LATAM employers managing payroll, compliance, and staffing growth.
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