Nicaragua

  • Oct 18, 2016
  • 7 min read

US-Nicaragua relations may sour post-election

Ortega's re-election could see reduced US financing, pushing Nicaragua to cultivate other international relationships

Nicaragua
  • Sep 21, 2016
  • 2 min read

Ortega's fourth term could be turbulent in Nicaragua

Nicaragua's weak and divided opposition presents little threat to Ortega at the ballot box

Nicaragua
  • Sep 7, 2016
  • 2 min read

Funes's Nicaragua asylum may harm El Salvador's FMLN

Changing security policies and allegations by a former president make it hard for the ruling party to defend its record

El Salvador
  • Aug 15, 2016
  • 2 min read

Nicaragua militarisation raises concerns over motives

Political unrest and increased militarisation are a dangerous mix

Nicaragua
  • Aug 3, 2016
  • 2 min read

Nicaragua First Lady set to become vice-president

While Murillo's appointment will rile Ortega's opponents, it is unlikely to harm his election hopes

Nicaragua
  • Aug 1, 2016
  • 2 min read

Nicaragua's Ortega risks damaging his own legitimacy

Despite enjoying majority support, anti-opposition moves are bringing heavy criticism upon Ortega ahead of elections

Nicaragua
  • Jul 25, 2016
  • 6 min read

Ortega set for a third consecutive term in Nicaragua

Ortega's actions suggest he sees the opposition as a threat, but he is in a strong position ahead of November's election

Nicaragua
  • Jul 5, 2016
  • 2 min read

New Panama Canal highlights ambition of Nicaragua plan

The expansion of the Panama Canal gives a sense of both the opportunities and the risks facing the Nicaraguan project

Nicaragua