Latin America
Pressures will mount amid elusive Argentina recovery
Yesterday's general strike prompted mixed reactions but economic pressures are rising more widely
ArgentinaClimate needs and debt to hit lower-income states hard
Higher US rates for longer risk increasing debt interest costs for developing states and lowering climate spending
InternationalArgentina general strike will prompt mixed reactions
The government faces its second general strike today, hoping that public opinion will reject strikes amid economic gloom
ArgentinaPanama Canal woes may boost interest in alternatives
The Panama Canal remains functional and profitable, but low water levels have caused restrictions and delays
PanamaElectoral tactics may fail to boost Venezuela's Maduro
Investigative journalists have been accused of a conspiracy against President Nicolas Maduro as his campaign struggles
VenezuelaMexico blackouts will boost energy as election issue
As Mexico approaches major elections next month, a heatwave is affecting power supplies nationwide
MexicoBolivia party divisions point to turbulent election
Bolivia’s ruling party is facing bitter internal struggles, as are opposition parties
BoliviaBrazil-France alliance may boost Amazon efforts
The presidents of Brazil and France have signed two documents promising action on environmental issues
Brazil
