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Argentina mining expands via US interest and regional pacts

29 clusters · 163 sources · last updated

Latest: Argentina hosts RIGI business roundtable to integrate SMEs into major projects

Argentina’s mining sector continues to expand, driven by lithium and copper. While the industry saw robust growth through mid-2026, new developments highlight increasing geopolitical and regional integration. The United

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Chilean mining: investment surge amid production crisis

19 clusters · 73 sources · last updated

Latest: Codelco dismisses eight executives over production record irregularities

The Chilean mining industry is undergoing a technological and human capital transformation driven by declining mineral grades and rising global demand for copper and lithium. While the sector remains a dominant economic

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Pope Leo XIV South American tour preparations

133 clusters · 1186 sources · last updated

Latest: Pope Leo XIV to visit Argentina in November 2026

Preparations for Pope Leo XIV’s apostolic journey to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru (November 6–17, 2026) continue as the Pope resumes public duties. Following surgery to remove a lung adenocarcinoma on October 13, the 71-

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Chilean border security reinforcement

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Chilean Chamber of Deputies extends military border control

Under the ‘Plan Escudo Fronterizo’ (Border Shield Plan) of the José Antonio Kast administration, the Chilean Army has been reinforcing the northern border in the Arica y Parinacota and Tarapacá regions to combat irregula

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Agricultural resilience and training initiatives in Chile

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Regional training initiatives launched in Chile for educators and farmers

In central-southern Chile, the University of Concepción has launched initiatives to improve agricultural sustainability and resilience against climate variability. Through the Corfo-funded Southern Fruit Culture Center,

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Chilean public library service developments

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Chile launches mobile libraries to reach remote communities

Municipalities in Chile are reporting progress in public library services and accessibility. In Copiapó, the Municipal Public Library is set to reopen its physical space on October 29 following earthquake-related displac

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Hurricanes and extreme weather impact Mexico

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Latest: Mexico weather: Tropical storm Trudy weakens as Cold Front 2 brings heavy rain

Extreme weather continues to impact Mexico, driven by the Mexican monsoon, tropical waves, and the movement of Hurricane Trudy. Widespread instability has triggered intense hailstorms in the State of Mexico, covering str

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Regional cultural and economic development initiatives

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Latest: Chile implements diverse educational and scientific initiatives

Regional development in Chile continues through localized cultural, scientific, and economic initiatives. Tourism efforts have expanded with the municipality of Río Bueno establishing plans for a 2027 Binational Workshop

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Global water and sanitation infrastructure development

7 clusters · 63 sources · last updated

Latest: Chilean regional councils approve infrastructure investments for Lago Verde and Ollagüe

Public works projects focused on water management, sanitation, and transportation infrastructure continue across Latin America and Europe. In Argentina, developments include sewage network renewals in Santa Rosa, alongsi

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