Latin America

  • Aug 8
  • 7 min read

Mexico appointments signal economic continuity

Mexico’s new president looks minded broadly to maintain the economic plans of her predecessor

Mexico
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Repression rises as Venezuelan government digs in

Threats against and arrests of opposition figures are mounting as the authorities fail to release full election results

Venezuela
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Ankara may hedge its bets on Venezuela's Maduro

The Turkish president's terse post-election phone call with Venezuela's Maduro stands in contrast to previous support

Turkey
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Rising Brazil exports will not offset jump in imports

The trade surplus is set to decline this year despite stable growth in exports over 2024

Brazil
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Mexico’s US lawsuits will keep spotlight on arms trade

Mexico claims that the actions of US arms manufacturers undermine its stringent gun laws

Mexico
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Renewed EU-Mercosur talks will face obstacles

The EU and Mercosur have reportedly agreed to revive free trade agreement negotiations next month

EU
  • Aug 8
  • 2 min read

Economic development growth rates will be pressured

The World Bank’s annual development report explores ways countries can escape the so-called ‘middle-income trap’

International
  • Aug 7
  • 7 min read

Disputed Venezuela election leaves uncertain future

President Nicolas Maduro's purported re-election has failed to convince many at home and abroad

Venezuela