Latin America

Ecuador’s Prison War Reveals Cocaine Empire’s Grip on Power

Ecuador's military stormed its most dangerous prison on Sunday as the government battles criminal organizations.

September 1, 2025

Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico’s Unusually Popular President Stuns the World

Official national surveys show President Claudia Sheinbaum maintains a 79% approval rating, an extraordinary figure for any leader.

September 1, 2025

Venezuela Fires on Guyana Ballot Boat Ahead of National Vote

Guyana’s government says Venezuelan gunfire struck a ballot escort on the Upper Cuyuni River on August 31, 2025.

September 1, 2025

Guayaquil Port Under Emergency Rule as Carriers Shift Routes Amid Rising Violence in Ecuador

The Port Authority of Guayaquil declared a 60-day emergency on August 25, 2025, after organized crime threats endangered

August 30, 2025

Colombia and Venezuela Mass Troops at Border as U.S. Warships Circle Caribbean

Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced he will expand the military deployment in Catatumbo, the troubled region bordering Venezuela

August 30, 2025

Chile Surges Ahead as Latin America’s Fastest-Growing Tourism Market

(Analysis) Official data from national tourism ministries and central banks show that Latin America’s tourism industry split

August 29, 2025

American Warship in Panama’s Canal Zone Shows U.S.–Venezuela Standoff Is About More Than Drugs

The U.S. Navy’s guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie docked in Panama on August 28, 2025, on its way to the...

August 29, 2025

Mexico Shuts Door on Brazil’s Free Trade Ambitions

Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum firmly rejected a free trade agreement with Brazil before meeting vice president Geraldo Alckmin

August 29, 2025

Census Data Shows Bolivia’s Rapid Urban Shift and Rising Middle Majority

Bolivia's 2024 census confirms 11,365,333 people—65.6% working-age, children down to 27%. What the demographic shift means for investors and expats.

August 29, 2025