Jorge Uribe Maza PhD Sc Po, MBA IPADE

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. Extraordinary meeting of the Americas Business Dialogue’s (ABD) Task Force on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The discussions emphasized the importance of public-private collaboration in shaping policy recommendations for the responsible adoption and advancement of AI technologies across the Americas. The Task Force, as one of ABD's newest initiatives, is leading efforts to: 🚨Develop actionable policy recommendations. 🚨Raise awareness and foster education on AI innovation. 🚨Promote innovative public-private pilot projects that demonstrate best practices in AI deployment. Additionally, the Task Force focused on strategies to engage governments, regulatory bodies, international organizations, and other key stakeholders in creating a supportive framework for AI development and governance throughout the region. It was a great meeting. We must extend our gratitude to ABD members and stakeholders, including IDB and IDB Invest colleagues, for their participation in the meeting. Their commitment is essential to advancing this work. The goal is to unlock AI's transformative potential, drive sustainable and inclusive economic growth across the Americas, and position the region as a global leader in AI innovation.

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The UAPSC shares the Assessment of Urban Security-Bogotá 2024, a strategic document that provides information on the state of security in the Colombian capital. Through the analysis of the actors present in the territory, the dynamics and criminal modalities, the study establishes a risk classification by localities and a prospective of the situation in the short and medium term.

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#intelligence #spain #terrorism #europe #security #strategy #war #wwiii [..] – The number of strategic lines and lines of action is reduced. – In line with what was developed in ESN-2021, the previous structure based on development areas disappears. – Special attention is paid to the risks and threats contained in the ESN-2021. – The structure is updated according to the strategies of the international organizations of which Spain is a part, maintaining the model of the EU and United Nations Counter-Terrorism Strategy, and developing an integrated approach for the National Security Policy , with a structure defined in four pillars: Prevent, Protect, Pursue and Prepare the Response. Each pillar defines a general objective, containing its strategic lines and lines of action. [..]

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It is possible to identify three areas of current interest in relation to the control of cognition to advance the interests and aspiration of ideologically driven human collectives. The first is cognitive control of enemy populations connected to "hot wars" . The second touches on the curation of cognition at its edges by focusing on interpretation and behavior rather than on the foundations of cognitive pathways (eg here, and here). The third focuses cognitive control of target populations of competitor or target states (and other collectives) connected to "cold war." This last is the subject of a set of interesting essays focusing on Latin America that is the focus of this post. These control objectives exist on several levels and have been understood in a variety of ways. For example at a fairly benign level they have been referred to as narrative wars, seeking power to manage a "master narrative" within or between human collectives of every sort. In its more ancient (now tech enhanced) and generalized form it pointed to efforts at shaping the imaginaries or lifeworlds of target populations so that, having gained control of the way a target population sees and understands the world around them--makes sense of the world through a process of interpretation grounded in foundational premises about things, processes and "truths." In the context of orderly management within collectives it is sometimes understood, in a more micro-behavior environment, as the control and discovery of mis- mal- and dis-information (especially strong in the context of pandemic since 2019). What these areas of interest struggle with is ways to theorize a critical distinction, one between (1) collective cognitive development as it evolves along with its way of understanding the world--a natural though sometimes violently controlled process within social collectives however organized, and (2) technologies or actions that undermine that process of self development by projecting in the foreign in ways that contain a substantial element of deception. That deception, in turn can focus on the source of inward projection, the strategic leveraging of data (whether true or false as those things are understood), and the simulation of collective engagement. . . .At a very basic level the modalities of that deception focus on mal-, mis- and dis-information. But at the level of cognitive warfare (or battles for cognitive control) its focus is on the way in which a collective identifies, receives and processes this information in ways that are more likely to lead to conclusions and actions that align with the interest of the projecting power. #internationalrelations #ai #cognitivewarfare Cold War Style Cognitive Warfare: "Deepening the Response to Authoritarian Information Operations in Latin America"/"Contrarrestar las operaciones de información de actores autoritarios en Latinoamérica" https://lnkd.in/eTUfKU-e

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🌥️ 🌥️ MEXICO UPCOMING NEW GOVERNMENT: Everyday a new ‘surprise’ 💨 💨 “ End of privileges: Notaries will become public servants In an effort to combat corruption and reform systems that have perpetuated unjustified privileges, the elected president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, has in mind a series of significant reforms that will directly impact the notary guild in the states. This measure follows the line of the recent judicial reform and seeks to eliminate the illegitimate privileges that have characterized notarial groups. The proposed reforms have as their main objective to dismantle the privileges of notaries in the states, considered illegitimate and unjustified, many of them with patents given by the governors in turn as payment of political favors. One of the most prominent measures is the possible creation of the "Well-being Notary", a qualified public servant who will be in charge of the preparation of notarial services at costs standardized by law and who will receive a salary for it. This figure will seek to break with the abuses and privileges that have characterized the current notarial system. Another significant change will be the disappearance of the system of appointment of notaries granted by the governors. This system has been pointed out for discrediting the guild by granting patents to people inept for the function, which requires vocation and specialized knowledge. The new proposal proposes a single federal control that standardizes the quality and high specialization of notarial services, removing patents from those that do not meet the appropriate professional standards. The most significant change for notaries will be their transformation from private professionals with public faith to public servants. This change will make them subject to the new Sheinbaum anti-corruption system, which will imply greater surveillance and control over their activities to ensure transparency and legality in their functions. “ ….. ….. https://lnkd.in/gC5yxXUj

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For those of you interested in the elections in Mexico, here's a take on the second debate by my friend Felipe de la O

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Por el #DiaInternacionalDelLibro les tenemos las siguientes recomendaciones 📚👩‍💼📈: - Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist - Kate Raworth - Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things - William McDonough y Michael Braungart - A World of Tree Zeros - Muhammad Yunus

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Thanks Carl Moses for the commentary on this relevant piece. Here my thoughts: #Argentina’s President Javier Milei and #France’s Emmanuel Macron have surprised the global stage with a significant $2 billion #defense agreement involving #submarines and patrol #vessels. This deal, announced by LA NACION, reflects a strategic pivot for Argentina as it seeks to rebuild its historically neglected defense capabilities. Decades of antimilitary sentiment and setbacks had left Argentina’s military underfunded and outdated. Yet, this partnership marks a pragmatic turn in Argentina’s #foreign policy, highlighting Milei’s efforts to balance ideological differences with realpolitik necessities. A Strategic Odd Couple in Diplomacy France’s role extends beyond the sale of defense equipment, as it has also facilitated financing to ease Argentina’s fiscal constraints. This cooperation not only strengthens Argentina’s military readiness but also elevates its diplomatic leverage on international platforms like the #G20. Milei’s moves, including ongoing negotiations with the U.S. for F-16 fighter jets, illustrate his broader strategy to diversify Argentina’s alliances. Macron, for his part, has demonstrated an ability to build bridges across Argentina’s political spectrum. His diplomatic adaptability reinforces France’s influence in South America, a region of growing geopolitical importance. Disrupting Mercosur and Expanding Mutual Benefits This alliance challenges the traditional dynamics within #Mercosur, where protectionist tendencies often clash with calls for liberalized trade and diversified partnerships. While Macron faces domestic pressure from French agricultural producers skeptical of Mercosur agreements, he has prioritized defense contracts, signaling a pragmatic shift toward sectors with greater geopolitical and economic returns. #Energy cooperation also looms on the horizon. As Argentina develops its vast natural gas reserves and renewable energy potential, France could position itself as a key partner, leveraging its technological expertise and investments in sustainable energy solutions. Commentary: A New Template for Strategic Diplomacy The Macron-Milei collaboration highlights a template for modern diplomacy: one that bridges ideological divides for mutual benefit. Macron has effectively moderated Milei’s global rhetoric, channeling it into actionable partnerships that enhance both nations’ standing. For Argentina, this partnership is a leap toward reclaiming its strategic relevance. For France, it underscores a commitment to expanding influence in Latin America while securing lucrative opportunities in defense and energy. Together, this unexpected duo has redefined the contours of diplomacy, demonstrating that pragmatism can outweigh ideological differences when national interests align. #weareharringtonblue Harrington Blue & Partners #defense #strategy #international #geopolitics #navy #submarines

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The Arko International - Research and Public Affairs Latam Risk Report is out on the first week of the month. A tailor-made version, focusing on specific topics chosen by clients is also produced. For inquiries on how to order a tailor-made risk report, don’t hesitate in sending me a message. #latam #risk #latinamerica #logistics #commerce #economy #geopolitics #riskanalysis #chinalatam

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🟢 | EXPERT ANALYSIS: Our #ConstitutionalReformsGuide features new content: “Mexico: Public Security Under Military Control” by Daniel Torres Checa! “The National Guard was constitutionally designed as a civilian entity, under civilian control, but that vision rapidly decayed. The institutions’ hierarchical structure gradually incorporated military rules, and their integration increasingly relied on military elements. Their formation embraced the armed forces’ education, training, professionalization, and promotion system. As if that were not enough, studies show that 8 out of 10 elements in the National Guard have a military background. With military elements and training, the National Guard has been widely regarded as a military institution cloaked in civilian guise.” 🇲🇽 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNG3dH_s #ConstitutionalReforms #NationalGuard #SecurityPolicy #ArmedForces

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