Latin America
Brazil crime presence creates wider rule of law fears
The First Capital Command criminal group has become a key actor in cocaine trafficking to Europe and Africa
BrazilBolivia census tensions will remain localised
Postponement of the census is especially contentious in Santa Cruz, where population growth could mean more resources
BoliviaPersistently high food prices hit economic development
Persistently high food prices will impede the growth of GDP and living standards in developing economies
InternationalColombia tax reform and budget will be watered down
Colombia’s government is attempting to introduce tax reforms and its budget under adverse economic circumstances
ColombiaUS policy encourages Venezuelans to head to US border
Venezuelan migrants are coming to the US southern border in record numbers and more will come if sanctions are tightened
United StatesPeru subnational elections highlight party weaknesses
National parties performed poorly in the subnational elections held across the country on October 2
PeruEnticing more private finance to development is tricky
Private participation in blended development financing faces challenges but will continue to grow
InternationalHonduran economic growth will slow
The economy rebounded strongly in 2021 but is now facing major headwinds
Honduras
