Latin America

The drought affecting Amazonia is the most severe since records began, with the Rio Negro at its lowest level since 1902

The election of self-styled 'anarcho-capitalist' Javier Milei, who takes office on December 10, increases uncertainties

A wide divergence in demand forecasts casts uncertainty over oil markets in 2024

Economic developments have been fairly upbeat since President Santiago Pena took office on August 15

With most governments reluctant to provide personnel for a Haitian security support mission, Kenya has offered to lead

Irregular weather patterns and the imminent 2024 El Nino phenomenon are highlighting Peru's water vulnerabilities

Supply chain conditions have normalised but world trade flows will remain weak into 2024

The coming year looks set to bring modest economic growth, peace challenges and political obstructionism