Latin America
The army will not provide lasting solutions in Ecuador
The president acknowledges the need to develop a long-term security strategy, but doing so may prove challenging
EcuadorLatin American divisions will deepen over Israel-Gaza
Brazil and Colombia have expressed diplomatic support for South Africa's ICJ case against Israel, with Paraguay opposed
Latin AmericaColombia’s economy faces sluggish growth in 2024
Colombia faces inflation issues and remains vulnerable to external shocks; government policies will affect investment
ColombiaArgentina's IMF deal will depend on harsh measures
A new staff-level agreement with the IMF will require more stringent austerity measures than originally planned
ArgentinaEcuador crises offer Noboa political opportunities
Lawmakers appear inclined, for now, to come together to assist Noboa in addressing the security and energy crises
EcuadorNatural gas prices are set to moderate further in 2024
Despite a resurgence in Asian LNG demand, gas markets look well supplied amid warm winter temperatures
InternationalUpcoming Uruguay elections may see opposition win
Uruguay will hold general elections on October 27, with the government aiming to revive economic activity pre-poll
UruguayEcuador’s “internal armed conflict” will test Noboa
A major crime spree has seen Ecuador’s new president turn to the military for solutions
Ecuador