Latin America
Venezuela election uncertainty will bring instability
President Nicolas Maduro appears to be strengthening ahead of the July 28 elections
VenezuelaBrazil primary deficit will not be eliminated in 2024
The government is now forecasting a primary deficit of 0.25% of GDP this year, although this could prove optimistic
BrazilMexico killing highlights enduring crime challenges
A police intelligence chief credited with tackling organised crime in the capital has been shot dead
MexicoDengue threat will rise in Mexico and Central America
Numerous factors are driving an increase in cases of dengue across Mexico and Central America and beyond
MexicoLithium supply to match demand and cap price to 2030
Lithium prices have fallen markedly over the last year, as surging supply has outpaced rising demand
InternationalA Trump election win would strain US-Mexico relations
Pragmatism will ensure continued Mexican cooperation with Washington, but warm relations are far from guaranteed
MexicoFujimori candidacy will bring controversies in Peru
Octogenarian former President Alberto Fujimori is set to seek the presidency again in 2026, according to his daughter
PeruEarly security gains in Haiti will boost MSS morale
The MSS looks to have made a positive start, but holding re-taken ground may pose challenges
Haiti
