AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTourism & Local Economy: Puerto Rico Tourism Company executive director Willianette Robles announced a $700,000 investment in the 7th annual Great Domestic Tourism Fair in Cabo Rojo, projecting $2.5M–$3M in economic activity; the July 11-12 event at Boquerón beach resort targets 10,000–15,000 visitors with 71 municipalities, 130+ exhibitors and 60 artisans. Public Sector Skills: The Financial Oversight and Management Board approved $3.64M for FY2023 to expand University of Puerto Rico internships and government training programs, with funds available through June 30, 2027 and additional agencies joining the placements. Retail Expansion in Puerto Rico: Dairy Queen will open 20 DQ Grill & Chill restaurants in Puerto Rico by 2036, with the first expected in San Juan in Q1 2027 under a franchise deal with Caribbean Creamery. Business & Jobs: Crumbl, the fast-growing cookie chain, is expanding into Mexico (first store in Mexico City’s Roma Norte), noting it already operates nearly 1,200 locations including Puerto Rico—an indirect signal of continued regional growth. Sports, Culture & IP: A federal judge ruled a jury will decide a landmark reggaeton copyright case over whether the dembow rhythm is protected, putting major artists and labels in the spotlight as the dispute moves toward trial.
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