Colombia Earthquake Toll Rises to 329 Dead and 247 Missing
The Colombia earthquake toll has risen to 329 dead and 247 missing, according to UNGRD. Learn about the quake's impact...
August 22, 2026Section
Latin America News in English
Latin America news in English from The Rio Times — daily coverage of politics, economy and culture across the region.
Trump Says a New Mexico Trade Deal Is Being Drawn Up
Trump says a new Mexico trade deal is being drawn up, while Mexico's economy secretary says the country follows its...
August 22, 2026
Ecuador and South Korea Look at Energy and Mining Deals
Ecuador and South Korea are exploring energy and mining deals under SECA, which will eliminate tariffs on most exports. Learn...
August 21, 2026
Mexico Data Centres Are Set for US$20.6 Billion by 2031
Mexico data centres are set for US$20.63 billion in direct investment by 2031, according to an industry report. Learn the...
August 21, 2026
Pegatron Puts US$330 Million Into a New Ciudad Juárez Plant
Pegatron invests US$330 million in a new Ciudad Juárez plant for electromobility and data center tech, creating 1,000 jobs. Learn...
August 21, 2026
National Airlines Wins US Approval to Fly to Venezuela
National Airlines wins US approval to fly to Venezuela, marking a cautious step in restoring air links after a 2019...
August 21, 2026
One in Eight Argentine Families Is Behind on a Loan
Argentina loan arrears are 7.6% across the system, but families are at 12.7% and lending outside the banks is running...
August 21, 2026
Peru Moves to Keep Julio Velarde at the Central Bank
Julio Velarde was designated to head Peru's central bank to 2031 on 21 August, subject to Senate ratification. He has...
August 21, 2026
Bolivia’s Censured Economy Minister Is Still in Post
Bolivia economy minister Jose Gabriel Espinoza was censured on 18 August and is still in post. The fight is now...
August 21, 2026