AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTravel Rules Update: The UK has made its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) mandatory for visa-free visitors from 85 countries, with a £16 digital permit lasting up to two years and requiring clearance before boarding. Travel Rules Update: Canada’s 2026 entry guidance also clarifies who can enter visa-free and who needs an eTA, including specific exemptions and air-travel authorization categories. Travel Rules Update: The US published updated Visa Waiver Programme details, reiterating that eligible travelers must get ESTA approval before boarding. Travel Rules Update: Saudi Arabia launched its 2026 eVisa for citizens of 66 countries, allowing one-year, multiple-entry visits up to 90 days (with Umrah included, Hajj and study excluded). Travel Rules Update: The UAE confirmed visa-free entry for citizens of at least 70 countries, plus visa-on-arrival options under new criteria. Culture & Gardens: In San Marino, The Huntington is hosting “Twilight Garden Strolls” for just four remaining summer evenings, offering golden-hour access across its 130-acre, 16-garden estate. Botanical Rarity: The Huntington also says two endangered corpse flowers (Titan Arums) are expected to bloom in July, and visitors can see—and smell—them. Local Sports & Community: San Marino’s Titan Mercury Wrestling Club is tied to Simi Valley’s Olivia Munson as she transfers to train more for freestyle heading into her junior year. Community & Policy: Pasadena-area Congresswoman Judy Chu posted about July 4 events in San Gabriel Valley and criticized cuts to teen pregnancy prevention grants. Sports Diplomacy: UEFA European fixtures may return to Inver Park after FIFA pitch certification, with Larne set to liaise with UEFA and play Tre Fiori in San Marino in the meantime. Sports & Empowerment: FIVB Volleyball Empowerment-backed teams including San Marino won medals at a zonal women’s volleyball championship in Andorra la Vella.
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