Latin America
Long-term higher food prices will drive inequalities
World food prices continued to ease in July, led by cereal, although remain far above 2013-18 levels
InternationalDiplomatic moves may not resolve Venezuela crisis
President Nicolas Maduro continues to resist international pressures following the widely criticised election result
VenezuelaStrikes threaten economic disruption in Bolivia
Lorry and bus drivers have gone on strike across Bolivia in protest at fuel shortages
BoliviaBrazil rate decision will raise disputes over impact
The Central Bank unanimously voted to hold the benchmark rate at 10.5% again yesterday, despite growth concerns
BrazilWorld trade growth will recover modestly, led by Asia
The WTO annual report remains optimistic that world trade will grow solidly and can drive job creation and food security
InternationalMexican government human rights failings will continue
AMLO promised on taking office to address human rights abuses, but his record of success is questionable
MexicoDiplomatic pressures will not shift Venezuela's Maduro
Protests and numerous criticisms of the questionable election results are not as yet weakening the government
VenezuelaData centre plans will exacerbate Chile's water issues
President Gabriel Boric has announced plans to seek investments to build 28 new data centres in Chile
Chile
