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Trump will create distractions for Mexico’s Sheinbaum
The Mexican president has described this week’s US election result as “nothing to worry about”
MexicoColombia’s finance sector will aid economic recovery
The economic recovery looks set to receive a boost from increased lending to several sectors
ColombiaMexico judicial reform stands but difficulties await
An attempt to reduce the number of judges who will have to stand for election has failed
MexicoExtreme weather events will compound Cuba’s challenges
Cuba is bracing itself for more severe weather, which will only worsen broader difficulties
CubaLatin America’s lithium hopes may prove exaggerated
Accounting for a large share of known reserves, much of the region is hoping for an economic boost from lithium demand
Latin AmericaProspects for Brazil in 2025
Growth is likely to slow in 2025, but the outlook remains relatively benign
BrazilPolitical tensions may intensify further in Bolivia
Protest action is creating major challenges for the government and further dividing the country’s political left
BoliviaPanama migration damage will be difficult to address
Mass migration through the Darien Gap is causing major environmental damage and posing social and health risks
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