Latin America
Politician murders to undermine Ecuador security push
Killings of local-level politicians are becoming a regular occurrence in Ecuador
EcuadorShort-run election plans raise long-run budget risks
The IMF Fiscal Monitor highlights the importance of budget tightening worldwide, but also the difficulty of doing so
InternationalFiscal and external challenges lie ahead for Panama
As elections near, the closure of a major mine points to a slowdown in growth in 2024, and fiscal and social risks
PanamaEcuador's energy challenges will endure
The effects of drought conditions in the Andes are being compounded in Ecuador by political matters
EcuadorWorld growth set for slow and steady path amid risks
The IMF expects modest GDP growth worldwide amid trade tensions, fiscal tightening and only limited monetary loosening
InternationalUS Venezuela sanctions look set to return this week
The State Department has warned that sanctions relief will not be extended this week absent electoral reforms
VenezuelaX's Brazil branch will seek to ease judicial tensions
The local subsidiary of X has promised to comply with court rulings following recent attacks by X owner Elon Musk
BrazilMexico’s Sheinbaum looks set to maintain AMLO’s legacy
The president’s favoured successor has led election polling since it began, and looks on track for a clear victory
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