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Juan Martinez

Juan Martinez is a Chilean economist and journalist. He lives in South Florida and specializes in reporting on Latin America.

Venezuela’s Industrial Sector Eyes 10% Growth in 2024

The Venezuelan Confederation of Industrialists (Conindustria) forecasts a potential 10 percent growth for the industrial sector in the upcoming year, contingent on the continuation...

U.S. Court Decision in Citgo-Venezuela Case

Yesterday, a U.S. court made a crucial decision in the Citgo Petroleum case. It accepted claims worth $20.8 billion against Venezuela. These claims, reduced from...

Chile’s Lithium Sector Attracts Global Interest

Chile, known for its vast lithium reserves, is becoming a hub for international battery manufacturers. These manufacturers, particularly those from South Korea, are interested in...

Colombia’s Economy: A Complex Picture

Recent data from Colombia's national statistics authority, DANE, reveals a complex economic situation. It shows the manufacturing industry and preliminary GDP indicators offer mixed signs...

The Fall of a Banking Dynasty: Juan Peirano Basso’s Extradition

Juan Peirano Basso's recent arrest in Uruguay marks a crucial chapter in a long-standing financial saga. This development follows Paraguay's international extradition request, highlighting the...

Key Arrest in Mexico’s Cartel Battle

The collaborative effort of the Mexican Navy and Nuevo León's State Investigation Agency led to the significant arrest of José Alberto García Vilano, alias...

Colombia’s Economic Revival Eases Recession Worries

Colombia's economy has seen a notable upturn, achieving its fastest growth in nine months this November. This surge, exceeding expectations, has reduced fears of an...

Milei at Davos: A Magnet for Global Business Commentary

President Javier Milei of Argentina made a remarkable impact at the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos. His speech drew varied responses from influential global...

AMLO’s Last Year Marked by Unmatched Spending Boost

Mexico has again entered the global bond market this year, offering sustainable euro-denominated bonds. This move follows its largest-ever bond transaction in Latin America, completed...

Fidel Hernández Assassination Shakes Colombia

At 66, Fidel Hernández, a prominent social leader in the Barrio Santa María community in Apartadó, Antioquia, tragically lost his life. He played a vital...

Former Guatemalan President Giammattei Barred from Entering the U.S.

In a significant turn of events, Alejandro Giammattei, the former President of Guatemala, faced a stern rebuke from the United States. The U.S. State Department,...

Perenco’s Compliance Hurdles in Colombian Operations

The Colombian National Authority for Environmental Licenses (ANLA) has taken action against Perenco Colombia Limited, an Anglo-French oil firm. ANLA initiated three separate sanction proceedings...

Opinion: Milei’s Strategy at Davos

(Opinion) Argentine President Javier Milei, known for his unique minarchist stance, is set to address the global elite at the World Economic Forum in...

Bolivia Strikes $225.6M Blow to Drug Trade in 2023

In 2023, Bolivia's government hit drug traffickers hard, disrupting their operations by a staggering $225.6 million. Eduardo del Castillo, the Minister of Government, announced this...

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