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Latin America
Marking 50 Years of G77
Political leaders of developing countries gathered in the Bolivian city of Santa Cruz last week to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Group of 77, the main umbrella organization …
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Images of Latin America
Valenzuelau2019s photos are part of u201cUrbes Mutantes,u201d currently on display at the International Center of Photography.
Argentina Responds to Supreme Court with Debt Swap Plan
In reaction to an adverse Supreme Court ruling against Argentina, President Cristina Fernu00e1ndez de Kirchner announced that Argentina would offer new bonds to its creditors governed under Argentine law.
Protest in Venezuela: The Difference Between the Violent and Nonviolent Right Is Smaller Than You May Think
The insurgent tactics employed by the opposition in Venezuela belie its central argument that the inherent failings of socialism have led Venezuela down a disastrous path.
Argentina Alleges Extortion After Supreme Court Sides With Vulture Funds Preying on Sovereign Debt
The US Supreme Court rejected an appeal from Argentina over its $1.5 billion debt in a ruling critics say validates predatory behavior by so-called “vulture funds.”
Canadian Mining in Latin America: Exploitation, Inconsistency, and Neglect
A dichotomy exists between mining by foreign investors who profit, and the communities in which it takes place which frequently are left by the wayside. The situation has worsened …
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Viacrucis: Migrants Step Out of Shadows Into the Streets
US immigration policy, as well as its foreign policy and economic system, has moved much of Central America toward greater violence, poverty and instability.
Rich Getting Richer as the Poor Crawl Slowly Out of Poverty
After winning the inequality championship for so long, Latin America could become a trendsetter when it comes to equality. Other changes will show whether it is just a passing …
China Trades Up in Latin America
China is taking advantage of its growing trade surplus in Latin America to rally support for its positions at the United Nations.
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Lawmakers Push Back Against Administration’s Failed Latin America Policy
In a remarkable eruption of sanity in Washington, there is finally some pushback from Congress against the far-right and “center” on US policy toward Venezuela and Latin America — …