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This week, Argentina’s debt exchange offer formally closes with acceptance rates currently projected to be low. Brazil should see a “war budget” passed while noise surrounding President Jair Bolsonaro continues. Meanwhile, recent data underlines the fragility of Mexico’s economy … Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or E-mail Password Remember Me […]
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This week, the future of the Mercosur/Mercosul trade bloc faces renewed uncertainty. Venezuela’s regime is reversing the limited economic liberalization of recent months as an upcoming anniversary serves as a reminder of the regime’s reliance on the military. In Mexico, disrupted… Become a member to read the rest of this article
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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
VENEZUELA: US ups pressure but Covid-19 is the more pressing threat to Maduro
There have been two important political developments in the last 48 hours. First, on 24 March, the former opposition presidential candidate Henrique Capriles Radonski called for an agreement between President Nicolas Maduro’s regime and the opposition led by Juan Guaido to help a… Become a member to read the rest of this article
VENEZUELA: Regime’s “whatever it takes” policy to COVID-19
● The regime’s bombshell request for IMF emergency assistance provides proof of Venezuela’s unique vulnerability to COVID-19. ● The run-down public healthcare system is not equipped to handle a significant spread of coronavirus. ● Extreme oil-dependence means that previous … Become a member to read the rest of this article
LATAM: The unstable compound of protests and COVID-19
Anti-government protests that broke out in 2019 in several countries were set to regain momentum after a recent lull. There have already been clashes between police and protestors in Chile this week. However, the gathering spread of COVID-19 has caused some governments to put in … Become a member to read the rest of […]
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This week, COVID-19-related market volatility comes at the worst possible moment for Argentina, which is on the brink of a crucial phase of its debt restructuring. Separately, protests against gender violence will mark the beginning of the week, with political effects most stro… 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