Asamblea Nacional

Gender-based violence in Latin America

5 clusters · 25 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: Gender-based violence remains a structural issue in Mexico and Colombia

Reports from Mexico, Colombia, and Honduras indicate rising levels of gender-based and domestic violence throughout 2026. In Mexico, Saltillo’s ‘Línea 800 VIOLETA’ service recorded 484 reports of gender violence, while A

Dominican police reform amid rising fatalities

21 clusters · 157 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Dominican Republic Police Director warns criminals to surrender

The murder of 19-year-old Darlin Enmanuel Mercado Reyes by police officer José Francisco Moreta Heredia on 3 July 2026 reignited public scrutiny of the Dominican Republic’s police reform agenda. The officer was suspended

Panama electoral code reform debates

4 clusters · 17 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Panama National Assembly debates controversial electoral reforms

The Panama Electoral Tribunal (TE) proposed a series of reforms to the Electoral Code to prepare for the 2029 general elections. A key element of the proposal, Bill 699, suggests replacing the National Commission for Ele

Venezuela political dialogue and transition efforts expand

35 clusters · 309 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Venezuela dialogue advances with TSJ renewal and new roadmap

Following the second cycle of U.S.-facilitated political negotiations, approximately 39 political dissidents were released from various prisons between Friday and Saturday. Human rights organizations, including Foro Pena

Coalición Vamos political party registration in Panama

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Vamos political movement faces scrutiny over party registration

The political movement Coalición Vamos has initiated the process to be recognized as a formal political party in Panama by submitting over 70,000 signatures to the Electoral Tribunal. Along with the signatures, the coali

La Guaira earthquake recovery and economic/infrastructure

17 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Venezuela earthquake relief aid declines in La Guaira

Recovery efforts in La Guaira continue following the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes on June 24. The official death toll has been reported at approximately 6,301 to 6,500, with over 73,000 injuries and roughly 17,900 p

Ecuadorian public institutional trust trends

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ecuadorian police approval rises to nearly 70% in latest survey

In early September 2026, Ecuadorian citizens expressed deep distrust toward the political establishment ahead of the November 29 elections. This dissatisfaction was attributed to years of corruption, impunity, and a perc

Press freedom and censorship in Venezuela

13 clusters · 89 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Venezuela orders unblocking of digital platforms following political dialogue

Journalistic organizations and NGOs in Venezuela have documented a pattern of systemic censorship and attacks on freedom of expression. In July 2026, the NGO Espacio Público reported 26 violations, noting that 77.78% of

Ecuador 2026 local elections: candidate shifts and logistics

53 clusters · 150 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Ecuador 2026 elections: Polls show undecided voters and early leaders

Ecuador is intensifying preparations for the sectional and Council for Public Participation and Social Control (CPCCS) elections scheduled for 29 November 2026. To manage security and environmental risks, the National El

Venezuela judicial reform and TSJ selection process

11 clusters · 117 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Venezuela establishes council to evaluate Supreme Tribunal of Justice candidates

Following the unanimous approval of the partial reform to the Organic Law of the TSJ by the National Assembly in late August, the reform was officially published in Official Gazette No. 7.074 Extraordinary on September 1

Panama public health administration and planning

3 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Senacyt requests $17 million budget increase for Panama research

The Panamanian Ministry of Health (Minsa) has been engaged in both fiscal planning and interinstitutional coordination to address public health needs. In September 2026, Minsa presented its 2027 budget proposal to the N

Ecuador Civil Aviation Law reform

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Ecuador approves new Civil Aviation Law to modernize sector

Ecuador is updating its aeronautical regulations through a new Organic Law of Civil Aviation, representing the first major reform in over 20 years. Initial legislative stages focused on establishing a regulatory framew

Impeachment proceedings against Ecuadorian CPCCS counselor

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Legal rulings in Colombia and mayoral race developments in Ecuador

In Ecuador, the Oversight and Political Control Commission scheduled a meeting for September 5, 2026, to consider an impeachment request against David Rosero, a counselor of the Council for Citizen Participation and Soci

Venezuela monetary reform and dollarization debate

4 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Antonio Ecarri meets Steve Hanke to design Venezuela dollarization plan

Economist Steve Hanke has drafted a legislative proposal to dollarize Venezuela’s economy, aiming to replace the bolívar with the U.S. dollar and abolish the Central Bank of Venezuela to combat hyperinflation, which is c

Political and social tensions in Ecuador

6 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Revolución Ciudadana urges OAS to verify electoral anomalies in Ecuador

Political and social tensions in Ecuador have intensified, involving legislative disputes, the legal treatment of social leaders, and allegations of institutionalized political persecution. In the National Assembly, the

Panama agricultural development and MIDA administration

4 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Panama strengthens agricultural productivity and rural economic diversification

Panama’s Ministry of Agricultural Development (MIDA) is advancing several initiatives focused on rural development and agricultural support, while simultaneously facing internal administrative hurdles. In terms of devel

Micromobility and delivery service regulation

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Panama and Ecuador introduce legislative reforms for electricity and traffic

Legislative efforts to regulate micromobility and delivery services have progressed in Mexico and Ecuador. In San Luis Potosí, Mexico, a proposed reform to the state Transit Law seeks to mandate helmets for users of ele

Venezuelan migration response in Colombia

2 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Inflation trends show deceleration in Buenos Aires and rise in Chile

Following an announcement by President Abelardo de la Espriella regarding the deportation of undocumented Venezuelans, Cúcuta, Colombia, has experienced a surge in demand for migration guidance. Migración Colombia repo

Corruption investigations of Ecuadorian officials

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Johana Núñez faces illicit enrichment charges in Ecuador

Ecuadorian authorities have initiated legal proceedings against high-profile officials regarding allegations of corruption and financial misconduct. In late August 2026, the Attorney General’s Office in Pichincha moved

U.S.-Venezuela diplomatic and economic engagement

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Venezuela sees major oil deal endorsement and flight resumption

Developments in U.S.-Venezuela relations have progressed from specific regulatory exemptions to broader economic and transportation agreements. In August 2026, the U.S. Department of Transportation granted National Airl

Fraud and misconduct investigations in Latin America

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Authorities in Chile and Mexico launch fraud prevention initiatives

Authorities in Mexico, Panama, and Chile have initiated various investigations and prevention programs to address administrative misconduct and economic fraud. In Mexico and Panama, social security agencies are respondi

Mishel Mancheno leadership of Ecuador National Assembly

3 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Mishel Mancheno advances Antimafia Law and security cooperation with Spain

Mishel Mancheno has resumed her role as President of Ecuador’s National Assembly following a maternity leave that began in June 2026. Her return concludes the interim leadership of Esteban Torres. Mancheno has outlined

Panama enacts ITBI tax reform for new homes

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Panama enacts tax exemption for first new home purchases

Following a tax fraud scandal involving the Directorate General of Revenues (DGI), the Panamanian government moved toward legislative reform to stimulate the construction sector and promote formal employment. Minister o