Colombia Peace Process 2026: ELN, FARC and Investor Risk
Armed combatants have risen 85% since 2017, topping 25,000. ELN talks collapsed, EMC split — here's what it means for...
April 15, 2026Section
Opinion
Op-eds, perspectives, and editorial commentary
Brazil Amazon 2026: Deforestation, Carbon Credits, Lula Agenda
Deforestation hit 5,796 km²—an 11-year low—as Brazil's new carbon market eyes $10–20B in JREDD+ revenue. What investors and expats need...
April 15, 2026
Brazil Immigration 2026: Visas, Nomad Visa, Residency
eVisa required for US/Canadian/Australian citizens since Apr 10, 2025. Digital Nomad needs $1,500/month. Investor visa from BRL 150,000. Full brazil...
April 15, 2026
Brazil’s Grid Is Already 85% Green — Here’s How
Brazil renewable energy percentage: the grid runs at 84.6% renewable, with wind and solar near a quarter of output. Hydrogen...
April 15, 2026
Uruguay Economy 2026 — Why It Remains South America’s Safe Haven
Uruguay economy 2026 guide: GDP outlook, UPM cellulose exports, safe-haven credentials, trade with China, agriculture, and real estate for investors.
April 15, 2026
The Panama Canal Bounced Back from Drought — But El Nino Looms
Panama Canal 2026: revenue hit $5.7B on 13,404 transits as drought eased, but NOAA sees El Niño returning. Water levels,...
April 15, 2026
Ecuador Economy 2026: GDP, Oil Crisis and Noboa Reforms
Ecuador economy 2026 guide: GDP forecasts, dollarization, oil decline, record shrimp exports, Noboa reforms, and investment climate for analysts.
April 15, 2026
Seven Years of Financial Isolation End as Washington Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela’s Central Bank
OFAC's General License 57 (Apr 14) lifts Venezuela central bank sanctions after 7 years, unlocking dollar transfers, remittances, and correspondent...
April 15, 2026
Brazil Fintech Market Hits US$5.5 Billion in 2025
Brazil's fintech market hit US$5.5 billion in 2025. Pix reaches 170 million users and Nubank has 131 million customers. What...
April 12, 2026