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Fujimori's security initiatives and legislative push

33 clusters · 370 sources · last updated

Latest: Peruvian officials debate censure motion against Interior Minister

On 23 September 2026, the security crisis escalated as the Juntos por el Perú party, supported by the Obras and Partido del Buen Gobierno blocs, introduced a motion of censure against Interior Minister César Astudillo. T

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Abelardo De la Espriella presidency and religious neutrality

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Latest: Colombian court restricts President from participating in religious acts

President Abelardo De la Espriella’s administration continues to face scrutiny regarding the intersection of religious expression and state neutrality. Following a judicial ruling that his inauguration violated the princ

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Colombia transition: fiscal deficit and budget approval

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Latest: Colombia Congress approves De La Espriella government budget

The transition from President Gustavo Petro to President Abelardo De la Espriella is defined by a widening fiscal gap and significant budget restructuring. Following the submission of a 575.6 trillion peso 2027 budget th

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Security crackdowns and state restructuring under de la Esp

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Latest: Colombia increases extraditions under President De la Espriella

Since his inauguration on 7 August 2026, President Abelardo de la Espriella has implemented a nationalist security and migration agenda, dismantling the previous ‘paz total’ model in favor of direct law enforcement. The

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Ecuador 2026 local elections: candidate shifts and logistics

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Latest: Azuay mayoral candidate disqualified over youth quota requirements

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

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Peruvian Congress staff Movadef investigation

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Latest: Peruvian Congress employees linked to Movadef records

An investigation has identified at least ten employees within the Peruvian Congress whose names appear on records used by Movadef—described as the political wing of the terrorist organization Sendero Luminoso—during its

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Latin American legislative and political developments

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Latest: Latin American legislatures debate economic reforms and regional development

Legislative and political activities across Latin America continue to focus on administrative reforms, economic development, and social protections. In Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has addressed the long-ter

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Colombian regional infrastructure and budget development

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Latest: Colombia 2027 budget proposal totals RD$634.9 trillion

The Colombian government and legislature continue to focus on regional development and infrastructure investment. President Abelardo de la Espriella has announced a major agenda for La Guajira and the Caribbean region, i

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Regional developments in Colombia and Latin America

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Latest: Colombia 2027 Budget: Mass transit funding to rise 28.1%

Regional developments in Colombia involve a mix of political, social, and safety-related incidents. In Cartago, Juan David Piedrahita won an atypical election for mayor following the annulment of his previous term due to

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Peru political and legislative developments

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Political challenges emerge in Argentina and Peru

Political activity in Peru has centered on legislative requests, oversight challenges, and regional governance. Prime Minister Luis Galarreta has engaged with parliamentary groups to discuss a package of 66 requested leg

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Mexico advances Indigenous and environmental rights

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Latest: Mayo-Yoreme people participate in indigenous rights law consultation

Mexico continues to advance legal frameworks for Indigenous and Afro-Mexican rights through federal and state-level initiatives. The proposed General Law on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and Afro-Mexicans seeks to str

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Municipal corruption and administrative investigations in I-

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Latest: Public sector hiring and fund management scandals reported in Chile and Peru

Municipal administrations across Latin America and Spain are facing various legal and administrative investigations concerning financial irregularities, improper hiring, and mismanagement of public funds. Initial report

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Mexican mezcal industry regulatory and commercial support

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Latest: Agave and mezcal production expand in Mexico

Mexico is advancing legislative, regulatory, and commercial initiatives to strengthen the mezcal industry. In Puebla, the State Congress is driving reforms to the NOM-070-SCFI-2016 standard to protect quality and the reg

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Colombia highway toll regulation proposal

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Latest: Transport policy shifts debated in Argentina and Colombia

Senator Luis Carlos Rúa has introduced a bill in the Colombian Congress to regulate the installation and operation of highway tolls. The proposed legislation seeks to establish a mandatory minimum distance of 150 kilomet

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Colombian legislative proposals regarding protest vandalism

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Latest: Mexico and Colombia advance legislative reforms for witness protection and protest regulation

The ‘Ley Anticapuchos’ legislative proposal has officially reached the Colombian Congress. Introduced by representatives Jaime Arizabaleta and Julio César Triana, the bill seeks to amend the Penal Code to criminalize the

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Guatemalan infrastructure and port system development

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Latest: Guatemala enacts General Law of the National Port System

The administration of President Bernardo Arévalo in Guatemala has focused on large-scale infrastructure transformations, particularly in communications and freight transport. Initial efforts included plans for an interoc

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Ecuador security and defense measures

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Latest: Peru government requests 120 days of legislative powers

The administration of President Daniel Noboa has focused on addressing internal security through both executive decrees and legislative action. In August 2026, President Noboa extended a state of exception for 30 days

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