Latin America

  • May 3
  • 2 min read

End of post-1945 economic order bodes ill for growth

The global liberal order is atrophying as underlying political preferences and wealth distribution move out of synch

International
  • May 2
  • 2 min read

Opposition will force strategy shifts in Venezuela

An inexperienced opposition candidate may represent a serious challenge to President Nicolas Maduro's continuity

Venezuela
  • May 2
  • 2 min read

Strikes may complicate Argentine Senate reform debate

The main trade union confederation has called two strikes next week, when the Senate will be debating sweeping reforms

Argentina
  • May 2
  • 2 min read

Rally politics raises violence risks in Colombia

Pro- and anti-government demonstrations have taken place recently, against a background of congressional tensions

Colombia
  • May 2
  • 2 min read

Shipping is vulnerable to more severe disruption ahead

Some of the world’s key maritime energy and trade arteries are vulnerable

International
  • May 1
  • 2 min read

El Salvador poverty will create problems for Bukele

The president's popularity appears to rest largely on his security policies, but attention is turning to the economy

El Salvador
  • May 1
  • 2 min read

Argentina reforms advance but face Senate pushback

After a 25-hour session, the Lower House yesterday approved the government's tax and state reform bills

Argentina
  • May 1
  • 2 min read

Gender-based rifts spotlight social media role

The online circulation of misogynistic content, especially among young men, is rising

International