Latin America
Prospects for Colombia in 2024
The coming year looks set to bring modest economic growth, peace challenges and political obstructionism
ColombiaProspects for Venezuela in 2024
The coming year will be dominated by elections in the second half, and concerns over the future of sanctions
VenezuelaArgentine inflation eases but new upticks may loom
After exceeding 12% in both August and September, monthly inflation fell to a still-alarming 8.3% in October
ArgentinaColombia spying claims threaten the army’s reputation
The head of the army has admitted ordering the surveillance of a teacher
ColombiaProspects for Mexico in 2024
National and state elections will completely dominate politics and the economy next year
MexicoMassa wins Argentina debate but run-off remains tight
Economy Minister Sergio Massa was considered the winner of the final presidential debate against Javier Milei last night
ArgentinaHonduras protests may complicate Castro’s governance
Politicised protest action will draw on public frustration over myriad issues, generating unrest and risks of violence
HondurasHurricane Otis will have lasting impact in Mexico
One of Mexico’s main tourist resorts has been utterly devastated by Hurricane Otis
Mexico