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nytimes.com • Politics • Mexico
Claudia Sheinbaum's landslide presidential victory in Mexico stands in contrast to global trends of declining support for incumbent parties and the rise of right-wing leaders.
bloomberglinea.com • Finance • Latin America
Morgan Stanley recommends caution when investing in Latin America, adjusting its portfolio due to trade war impacts and focusing on thematic investments in digitalization, energy, and agriculture.
prensa.com • Economics • Panama
Moody's Analytics predicts slower-than-expected economic growth for Panama in 2024 due to the closure of the Cobre Panamá mine and global economic uncertainty.
nytimes.com • Religion • World
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of inclusivity and social justice.
irishtimes.com • Religion • Argentina
Pope Francis's failure to return to Argentina during his papacy stemmed from a complex relationship with the country's fractious politics and his desire to avoid being embroiled in domestic controversies.
elpais.com • History • Latin America
Three new books explore the evolution of fascism and revolution in 20th-century Latin America, revealing their multifaceted nature and enduring echoes in the present.
latercera.com • Death • Latin America
This article profiles María Ignacia Mac-Auliffe, a Chilean end-of-life doula, and her work with the Latin American Network for Accompaniment in Death and Mourning to destigmatize death and promote more natural end-of-life experiences.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
A recent report reveals Panama's challenges in effective decentralization despite an increase in municipalities, highlighting limited local autonomy and centralized power.
nytimes.com • Politics • World
China is actively courting Latin American leaders, including Brazil's President Lula, to strengthen economic ties and counter the influence of the United States.
prensa.com • Politics • World
Colombian President Gustavo Petro's assertion that the Panama Canal is dying and his proposal for a new intercontinental railway network during a summit in Beijing sparks debate and raises geopolitical implications.
foreignpolicy.com • Economics • Latin America
China is shifting its investment strategy in Latin America from large-scale infrastructure projects to smaller, technology-focused ventures due to domestic economic pressures and concerns over the sustainability of its Belt and Road Initiative.
oglobo.globo.com • Immigration • Latin America
Facing harsh US immigration policies under Trump's administration, Venezuelan migrants are choosing perilous self-deportation, risking their lives on dangerous journeys back through Latin America.
prensa.com • Politics • Latin America
Panama distances itself from China while Colombia and other Latin American nations strengthen ties, amidst US criticism.
scmp.com • Politics • Latin America
China's growing influence in Latin America is highlighted by a recent forum, fueled by US policy uncertainty and China's substantial financial commitments.