Latin America
Socio-economic cost of internet shutdowns is rising
The number of internet shutdowns reached a record-high last year; 2024 appears to be on track for a similar rate
InternationalEcuador IMF deal will stoke sociopolitical tensions
A new IMF deal looks set to bring opportunities and risks for the president
EcuadorMaintaining Brazil growth will remain a key challenge
GDP performed better than expected in the first quarter, though floods may dampen performance in the second
BrazilMexico’s elections hand Morena strong agenda mandate
Mexicans have thrown their support behind the ruling party, and elected the country’s first-ever female president
MexicoConcerns over Chile's China dependence will mount
China has greatly increased its share of Chile's foreign trade and its investments in the country in recent years
ChileDemand for sustainable aviation fuels will soar
Widespread mandatary commitments for aviation fuel blending imply strong demand for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)
InternationalClimate change poses power risks in Central America
Central American countries are running into serious difficulties due to natural and man-made factors
Central AmericaPeru's Boluarte will focus on China relations
President Dina Boluarte is due to visit China later this month, ahead of President Xi Jinping's November Peru visit
Peru
