Latin America
Venezuelan government-opposition talks advance slowly
A new round of mediated talks ended on September 6, with a further round due to start on September 24
VenezuelaCuban government will struggle to rein in social media
New digital media represent major challenges for a regime built on single party control and a state media monopoly
CubaFATF mission may find Paraguay corruption worsening
A long-delayed Financial Action Task Force (FATF) mission to Paraguay arrived on August 23
ParaguayEarthquake impacts will deepen Haiti's economic woes
The recent earthquake and political turmoil will further compound the economic and humanitarian crises
HaitiHonduras corruption claims pose challenges for Biden
Corruption looks sure to be a key issue as November’s elections approach
HondurasThe oil market will move towards balance in 2022
The market will remain tight, but supply increases and moderating demand should see a more balanced oil market emerge
InternationalCabinet confirmation is a respite for Peru's Castillo
Congress granted a vote of confidence to the new cabinet on August 27
PeruPandemic may encourage pharma policy rethink in Brazil
COVID-19 may give renewed priority to strategies aimed at self-sufficiency in the supply of healthcare needs
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