Latin America
Social media regulation will prove divisive in Brazil
Calls for legislation to regulate social media have risen following challenges raised by X owner Elon Musk
BrazilBrazil's primary surplus target may be reduced in 2025
Reports indicate that the 0.5% of GDP primary surplus mooted for next year may prove unreachable and may be cut
BrazilGlobal warming may exceed expectations
March temperature data compound scientists’ concerns about the speed and predictability of global warming
InternationalRising Argentina poverty brings long-term challenges
Urban poverty rose from 40.1% in the first half of 2023 to 41.7% in the second, with indigence up from 9.3% to 11.9%
ArgentinaBrazil renewables will gain priority amid challenges
Brazil is seeking to boost investment in renewables but also continues to emphasise hydrocarbons development
BrazilMexico embassy raid threatens governance in Ecuador
The raid -- likened by some to an invasion -- threatens Noboa’s reputation and ability to govern
EcuadorMusk move will fuel political polarisation in Brazil
Elon Musk faces a Supreme Court probe after rejecting an order to close X accounts and demanding the judge's impeachment
BrazilGuatemala dismissal will shore-up Arevalo’s reputation
The first ministerial dismissal of the Arevalo administration appeared reluctant but demonstrates anti-corruption action
Guatemala