Macro Series – Postcard – Mexico: unprepared, and unable fully to respond
In this country of extremes, COVID-19 will likely hit hard. And many women stand to suffer hugely. With one family member in Hong Kong and the rest in the UK, I have been worrying about the coronavirus outbreak for much longer than have my Mexican friends. For weeks my ob… Become a member to […]
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This week, existing quarantines in Argentina, Chile, and Colombia will remain in place heading into the Easter weekend – what happens from next week will be critical to watch as some governments weigh up the risk of social strife and the economic effects of a “lockdown shock” sho… Become a member to read the rest of this article
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This week, Brazil’s Congress should advance economic support measures even as President Jair Bolsonaro remains in denial about the seriousness of Covid-19. In Argentina, the government has – as expected – extended its quarantine measures amid concerns over how to sustain a lockdo… Become a member to read the rest of this article
MEXICO: Urgency in response to Covid-19 still lacking
The government yesterday, 24 March, moved to the second phase of its Covid-19 response plan. The progression reflects the fact that community transmission is now occurring. As of yesterday, there were 405 confirmed Covid-19 cases in the country, with five deaths. However, it appe… Become a member to read the rest of this article
BRAZIL/MEXICO: Political weak links in the struggle to contain COVID-19
● The region’s big two economies – Brazil and Mexico – have presidents who have been conspicuously slow to recognize COVID-19’s gravity. ● Whether this proves counter-productive to virus containment remains to be seen, but in a context in which government failure can be deadly… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
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The number of reported COVID-19 cases across the region remains relatively low by global terms. However, some stringent measures to limit the spread of the virus take effect this week in the likes of Chile, Colombia, Peru, and Argentina. The response of governments in Mexico and … Become a member to read the rest of this article
MEXICO: Populism and distraction
Major demonstrations and a strike by women protesting gender violence, impunity, and inequality on 8-9 March were significant for two broad reasons. First, they represent a new and unexpectedly large expression of public discontent at a time when President Andres Manuel Lopez Obr… Become a member to read the rest of this article
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This week, a resurgence in protests is expected in Chile, while in Mexico, COVID-19 is likely to add to President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador’s worries. In Brazil, budget wrangles go on. Judicial reforms could be unveiled in Argentina ahead of next week’s debt restructuring offer… Become a member to read the rest of this article
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This week, Argentina’s precursory debt moves will continue – with little to ease creditor skepticism. Venezuela takes another step towards international isolation, while Brazil will see budget wrangles in Congress. Chile marks four months since the outbreak of serious unrest. Fin… Become a member to read the rest of this article
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This week is likely to see the climax of a mini-debt drama in Argentina even as the national debt question remains pending. In Colombia, long-rumored cabinet changes could finally materialize, while in Venezuela, the possible return of opposition leader Juan Guaido could set off … Become a member to read the rest of this article