Latin America
Israeli-Latin American ties will sour further
Several Latin American leaders have called for a ceasefire in Gaza, some condemning Israel in notably undiplomatic terms
Latin AmericaLocal and global politics cast shadow on UK AI summit
The AI Summit started today amid Western-Chinese geopolitical friction, and warnings about AI risks and private control
United KingdomColombia’s local elections deal a blow to Petro
Colombia’s conservative and centrist opposition has been strengthened by widespread local election victories
ColombiaPrimary moves could prompt Venezuela sanctions return
The Supreme Court yesterday suspended the results of the opposition presidential primary as organisers were questioned
VenezuelaChinese investment in Latin America will be selective
Chinese corporations are focusing on renewable energy, strategic minerals and electric vehicles
Latin AmericaElection results will embolden the Colombian right
Petro’s constructive post-election rhetoric will do little to ease political obstructionism after yesterday’s results
ColombiaBrazil primary deficit doubts will mar expectations
The president appears to have rejected the finance minister's commitment to eliminate the primary deficit next year
BrazilPanama mining vote could have major ramifications
Prolonged demonstrations against a new mining deal have secured a referendum on its future
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