Latin America
Argentine presidential debate leaves no clear winner
The first debate among presidential candidates was held on October 1
ArgentinaGlobal South will become even more important to Russia
Fostering closer economic ties with non-Western countries is essential for Russia's long-term economic development
RussiaColombia city votes will weaken national government
Elections in Bogota, Medellin and Cali look likely to demonstrate a rising tide of anti-government sentiment.
ColombiaIssue of state control impedes UN treaty on cybercrime
The sixth round of UN negotiations on a new cybercrime treaty concluded in New York last month, but without an agreement
InternationalDecarbonisation to test the boom in business aviation
Business aviation and private jet usage has surged since end-2019 but faces a huge test to reduce its carbon footprint
InternationalNicaragua-China FTA will benefit Managua
Nicaragua has reinforced its relations with China through a new free trade agreement (FTA)
NicaraguaMigrant arrivals in US cities will not change policies
Republicans see immigration as a means to connect with traditionally Democratic urban voters in the 2024 elections
United StatesMajor projects will not ease southern Mexico poverty
The president has sought to boost development in southern states, with limited success
Mexico