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Uruguay's new president will face economic challenges
Yamandu Orsi won yesterday's presidential run-off, returning his centre-left coalition to government after five years
UruguaySpending cuts may not reassure markets in Brazil
A new federal spending freeze was announced last week, albeit at a higher level than the previous cap
BrazilProspects for Mexico in 2025
The Sheinbaum administration’s first full year in office will be marked by various difficulties
MexicoBolsonaro accusations highlight Brazil weaknesses
Former President Jair Bolsonaro has been accused of conspiracy to promote a coup and prevent the 2023 handover of power
BrazilIMF's Argentina policy concerns will persist into 2025
The IMF yesterday noted the need for "coherent" fiscal, monetary and exchange policies to maintain economic stability
ArgentinaExpansion of criminal activity will continue in Peru
Organised crime is becoming increasingly embedded in different levels of the state and society
PeruExxon departure may dim Suriname's hydrocarbons hopes
ExxonMobil has ended its operations in Suriname after deciding to focus on oil and gas development in Guyana
SurinameInternational discord will compound Haiti crisis
Haiti’s gang violence is soaring and the international community is in disagreement about how to respond
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