Latin America Embraces Path to Net-Zero Aviation

As global aviation emissions continue to rise, countries across Latin America are working to align with ambitious net-zero targets by 2050. Building on research into sustainable aviation fuel, policymakers and industry leaders are comprehensively exploring …

Latin America’s New Right Ushers in Pan-American Trumpism

Donald Trump leaves the stage after a campaign rally in Reno, Nev., on Oct. 11, 2024. Photo: Jae C. Hong/AP Donald Trump is a wild card in Latin America. Who will he galvanize more? His natural allies, including leaders who share many of his culture- …

Navigating the Risks of Cartel Terrorist Designation for Companies Operating in Mexico and Latin America

Introduction The U.S. Department of State recently designated Tren de Aragua (“TdA”), Mara Salvatrucha (“MS-13”), Cártel de Sinaloa, Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (“CJNG”), Cártel del Noreste (“CDN”), La Nueva Familia Michoacana (“LNFM”), Cártel de …

Hoyer Group grows in Latin America

The Hoyer Group recently acquired Chilean company Inter-Tank in a move that strengthens Hoyer’s market presence in Chile, its global network, and its capabilities in the liquid bulk and flexitank logistics sector. Inter-Tank, based in Santiago de Chile, is …

Sri Lanka national GI registry looks to promote local produce beyond EU to Latin America

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has officially launched its national GI registry to promote geographical indications (GI) for the island nation’s produce. “This registry enables farmers and producers’ associations to register and protect their products, ensuring …

PHOTO COLLECTION: Carnival Across Latin America

Sri Lanka national GI registry looks to expand GI protection beyond EU to Latin America

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has expressed its regrets on inconsistent application of human rights principles by the United Nations Human Rights Council as the island nation delivered its statement at the 58th session in Geneva. It is the first update on human …

President of Republic meets with solidarity movement with Sahrawi people in Latin America and Caribbean 

Montevideo, 2 March 2025 (SPS) - The President of the Republic, Brahim Ghali, held several meetings with members of the solidarity movement with the Sahrawi people in Latin America and the Caribbean, during his stay in Uruguay, where he attended the …

Glim Secures $3.47M in Pre-Seed Round to Transform Financial Wellness in Latin America

The fintech gets funding from top VCs and industry leaders to expand its platform for companies to optimize payroll and enhance employee finances in LatAm. BOGOTA, COLOMBIA, March 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Glim, a cutting-edge fintech …

U.S. Aid Is Crucial to Defending Democracy in Latin America

Anti-government demonstrators hold a poster that reads “Democracy” in Spanish during a protest against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas, Venezuela, Aug. 12, 2017 (AP photo by Ariana Cubillos). “Why are there never coup attempts inside the …