Why is Brazil´s gas consumption half that of Argentina, despite much larger economy?
Over the last 30 years there has been an ongoing discussion in Brazil on how to increase the share of...
February 13, 2021Topic
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Brazil governors seek own vaccine supplies as stocks run low
Brazilian state governors are pursuing their own vaccine supply plans, with some expressing concern that President Jair Bolsonaro’s government won’t...
February 13, 2021
Peru health minister resigns amid scandal over ex-president’s early vaccination
Peru's health minister resigned on Friday, February 12th, state TV reported, amid a growing scandal over claims that former president...
February 13, 2021
Portugal extends suspension of Brazil, UK flights through end February
Portugal on Saturday, February 13th, extended a suspension of flights to and from Brazil and the UK to March 1st,...
February 13, 2021
Cuba’s new rules to allow more small businesses spark both hope and frustration
Communist-run Cuba's decision to open more of its economy to small private businesses and individual initiative has sparked praise among...
February 13, 2021
Certain Mexican resorts give tourists 14-day free stays if they test positive for Covid-19
While most countries are in their strictest lockdowns of the pandemic, Mexico has done the complete opposite by welcoming all...
February 13, 2021
Taiwan wins diplomatic scrap with China and opens trade office in Guyana
Taiwan has established a trade office in the South American country of Guyana, a diplomatic win for the island that...
February 13, 2021
Demand for Brazilian coffee has seen large slump in Saudia Arabia
While Brazilian imports of poultry to Saudi Arabia have remained stable, demand for coffee from the South American country has...
February 13, 2021
How Chile achieved Latin America’s most extensive and efficient vaccination program
On average, Chile has been immunizing more than 200,000 people a day since February 3rd, and expects to reach 2...
February 13, 2021