Latin America
Fiscal and external challenges lie ahead for Panama
As elections near, the closure of a major mine points to a slowdown in growth in 2024, and fiscal and social risks
PanamaEcuador's energy challenges will endure
The effects of drought conditions in the Andes are being compounded in Ecuador by political matters
EcuadorWorld growth set for slow and steady path amid risks
The IMF expects modest GDP growth worldwide amid trade tensions, fiscal tightening and only limited monetary loosening
InternationalUS Venezuela sanctions look set to return this week
The State Department has warned that sanctions relief will not be extended this week absent electoral reforms
VenezuelaX's Brazil branch will seek to ease judicial tensions
The local subsidiary of X has promised to comply with court rulings following recent attacks by X owner Elon Musk
BrazilMexico’s Sheinbaum looks set to maintain AMLO’s legacy
The president’s favoured successor has led election polling since it began, and looks on track for a clear victory
MexicoImmunity issue will raise Paraguay governance fears
Supporters of former President Horacio Cartes are seeking to have his successor's immunity from prosecution lifted
ParaguayInflation will challenge spending goals in Argentina
Inflation reached 11% month-on-month in March and will rise faster if transport subsidies end as planned in May
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