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Panama mine reopening would risk rekindling protests
An announcement this week has raised speculation that production at the controversial Cobre Panama mine might resume
PanamaReported Itaipu hack will damage Brazil-Paraguay ties
Asuncion has suspended talks on the binational Itaipu hydroelectric treaty following reports of a Brazilian cyberattack
BrazilIMF deal may not halt Argentina's economic volatility
The announcement of a forthcoming new IMF deal has not eliminated investor concerns
ArgentinaNew US ruling will raise Venezuelan migrant tensions
A judge yesterday paused the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for some 380,000 Venezuelan migrants
VenezuelaGonzalez deal could secure her election in Ecuador
Polling is too close to call, but Gonzalez appears now to be the favourite, and Iza’s backing will bolster her position
EcuadorBolivia presidential election is highly unpredictable
Voters look keen for a change of president; while options are narrowing, no candidate has emerged as a clear favourite
BoliviaOil licences' end will drive recession in Venezuela
Two further companies have confirmed US revocation of their Venezuelan licences, with others likely also affected
VenezuelaGeopolitical shifts will boost Caribbean-India ties
The 15-member Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and India held their second summit in November 2024
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