Oil Imports Impact Trade Balances in Central America and the Dominican Republic
In the first half of 2024, Central America and the Dominican Republic saw their trade deficits increase due to higher...
September 5, 2024Section
Central America
Panama Sees 8.7% Increase in Visitor Arrivals During First Half of 2024
Panama welcomed 1,443,424 tourists in Jan–Jun 2024—an 8.7% rise—while Tocumen Airport arrivals surged 15.8%. See what's driving the rebound.
September 5, 2024
Silencing Critics: Nicaragua Intensifies Scrutiny of Family Remittances
Nicaragua's National Assembly has passed strict legal amendments that enhance the government's power to monitor and control remittances. This reflects...
September 5, 2024
Haiti Expands Emergency Rule Nationwide
Haiti expanded its nationwide state of emergency on September 4, 2024, to combat escalating gang violence overwhelming the capital.
September 5, 2024
Smoke Screen: The Fight Against Cigarette Smuggling in Latin America
In Panama and across Latin America, a silent crisis is unfolding that strikes at the core of public health and...
September 4, 2024
Costa Rica’s Tourism Boom: Economic Gains and Housing Woes
Costa Rica a jewel of biodiversity and natural beauty faces a complex challenge. Its tourism industry. Coverage and analysis from...
September 3, 2024
Venezuela Upholds Ban on Flights from Panama, Peru, and Dominican Republic
Venezuela has extended its prohibition on commercial flights to and from Panama, the Dominican Republic
September 3, 2024
Panama Emerges as a Strategic Linchpin in the Cruise Industry
Royal Caribbean has selected Panama as a key home port acknowledging its strategic maritime position in the Americas. Analysis from...
August 30, 2024
Honduran President Claims Conspiracy to Overthrow Government
President Xiomara Castro of Honduras has accused unseen forces of plotting a coup against her administration. Coverage and analysis from...
August 30, 2024