Latin America

  • Apr 22
  • 2 min read

Ecuador vote result will reinforce security crackdown

Yesterday’s referendum did not go entirely the president’s way, but it demonstrated strong support on security matters

Ecuador
  • Apr 22
  • 2 min read

Brazil rally will not bolster Bolsonaro's support

The former president addressed thousands of supporters at Copacabana beach yesterday

Brazil
  • Apr 22
  • 2 min read

Climate-change-related workplace deaths will rise

An ILO review of climate related workplace health hazards and deaths will draw attention to workplace climate risks

International
  • Apr 19
  • 7 min read

Peru's growth will remain sluggish this year

Government forecasts of 3% growth this year look highly optimistic after a small contraction last year

Peru
  • Apr 19
  • 7 min read

Ceasefire suspension will drive insecurity in Colombia

Insecurity in south-western Colombia has pushed the government into partly suspending its ceasefire with the rebel EMC

Colombia
  • Apr 19
  • 2 min read

US deportations to Haiti will prompt mixed reactions

The first US deportation flights to Haiti since January were announced this week

Haiti
  • Apr 19
  • 2 min read

Tighter financial conditions dampen EM growth outlook

New IMF and UNCTAD reports flag the risks to emerging markets (EMs) of financial conditions being tighter for longer

International
  • Apr 18
  • 7 min read

Venezuelan migrants could boost host countries' growth

Various recent studies point to the potential economic benefits arising from the arrival of large numbers of Venezuelans

Latin America