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Brazil expands critical minerals policy and exploration

68 clusters · 289 sources · last updated about 7 hours ago

Latest: Rare earth and gallium resource updates reported in Brazil

Brazil is accelerating its critical minerals strategy to transition from a raw-material exporter to a high-value industrial hub. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has sanctioned the National Policy for Critical and Str

Tourism development and MICE sector expansion in DR

6 clusters · 56 sources · last updated about 8 hours ago

Latest: Dominican Republic seeks to boost MICE tourism with new convention center

Puerto Plata continues to expand its tourism and economic activity through increased maritime and aerial connectivity, alongside infrastructure and accessibility investments. The region has seen significant growth in cru

Suriname offshore oil and gas industry development

6 clusters · 8 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Suriname faces debt pressures amid projected oil-driven growth

The expansion of Suriname’s offshore oil and gas industry has prompted discussions regarding economic governance and operational risks. In the National Assembly, lawmakers from the VHP party have called for transparent m

Water and sanitation agency developments in Latin America

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: INAPA celebrates 64th anniversary and regional water leadership

Water and sanitation agencies in Mexico and the Dominican Republic have marked institutional anniversaries, highlighting infrastructure developments and increased investment. In Mexico, the Decentralized Public Body for

Urban mobility and traffic safety initiatives in Brazil

3 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazil conducts National Traffic Week safety campaigns

Brazilian municipalities and regional governments continue to implement various urban mobility and traffic safety initiatives, with recent efforts intensifying during National Traffic Week. In Pernambuco, data indicates

Bolivian economic and infrastructure development

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Bolivia manages US$10 billion in projected financing for development

Bolivia is advancing large-scale economic and infrastructure development initiatives through both national and regional channels. Building on previous plans to secure $6 billion to $7 billion via the International Moneta

Expanding diplomatic engagement and UN assembly tensions

7 clusters · 474 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Delcy Rodríguez approved to attend UN General Assembly

Diplomatic engagement with Venezuela is expanding through several European nations. In Spain, King Felipe VI accredited Timoteo Zambrano as the new Venezuelan ambassador, succeeding Gladys Gutiérrez following the capture

Paraná 2026 governor race: Polling shifts and new platforms

41 clusters · 109 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Paraná political candidates hold campaign carreatas in northern region

The Paraná gubernatorial race has intensified as new polling data and campaign proposals emerge. According to a survey by Paraná Pesquisas, Senator Sergio Moro (PL) leads with 45% of intended votes, followed by Requião F

Argentina mining expands via US interest and regional pacts

18 clusters · 89 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Jujuy to host international lithium seminar to boost local industry

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

Argentine economic consumption and market decline

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Argentina automotive market shifts toward manufacturer-led financing

Argentina is experiencing a contraction in various consumer and industrial sectors, reflecting broader economic challenges. In May, urban solid waste collection fell by 5.7% year-on-year, a decline INDEC describes as a “

Suriname infrastructure and administrative modernization

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Suriname targets economic growth and digital government reform

Suriname is pursuing various initiatives aimed at infrastructure improvement, economic growth, and administrative modernization. In early September, the Ministry of Regional Development engaged with the Inter-American D

Economic development and infrastructure in Argentina

14 clusters · 173 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Argentina and U.S. negotiate $6 billion energy and infrastructure deal

Economic development in Argentina continues to be driven by energy and mining exports, supported by provincial infrastructure investments. In the Vaca Muerta region, Neuquén Governor Rolando Figueroa is advancing roadwor

Piauí digital transformation and technology integration

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil educational updates: Piên infrastructure and Piauí tech integration

The state of Piauí has initiated efforts toward large-scale digital transformation and technological integration. Initially, a mission from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) arrived to plan a US$ 50 million progr

Brazil tax reform: implementation and compliance updates

173 clusters · 538 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil implements consumption tax reform and small business procurement initiatives

Brazil’s transition to a destination-based dual Value Added Tax (IVA) system is advancing through technical and regulatory refinements. The system, comprising the federal CBS and the state/municipal IBS, is set to begin

Central America trade trends, El Salvador growth & urbanism

17 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: El Salvador reports growth in regulated digital asset ecosystem

Mid-2026 saw a broad rebound in Central American external trade, with Guatemala’s textile sector and Panama showing significant gains. In El Salvador, economic momentum continued through the first half of 2026, character

Dominican Republic critical mineral exploration

4 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic targets rare earth exports by 2028

The Dominican Republic is advancing exploration for critical minerals and rare earth elements within the Ávila Fiscal Mining Reserve in Pedernales. Through a cooperation framework with the United States, the government a

President Abinader's UN General Assembly agenda

2 clusters · 143 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: President Abinader conducts high-level diplomatic agenda in New York

During the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader expanded on his agenda regarding international trade, technological development, and the Haitian crisis. Abinader pr

Security crackdowns and state restructuring under de la Esp

33 clusters · 639 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Colombia's right-wing undergoes reconfiguration under Abelardo 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

Paraguay industrial and technological expansion

7 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Paraguay industrial sector shows limited Industry 4.0 adoption

Paraguay is experiencing industrial and technological expansion, driven by digital transformation and a strategic shift toward value-added industries. The manufacturing sector has grown by 26%, contributing approximately

Global digital and AI technological transformation

6 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Digital transformation drives demand for professional retraining and entrepreneurship

Global sectors continue to undergo structural changes driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and digital connectivity. While developed economies like the US, UK, France, and the Netherlands lead adoption rates

Salto Grande regional development and educational updates

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Salto Grande Multisectoral Fund allocates 2,667 million pesos to regional projects

The Salto Grande Uruguayan Delegation continues to implement regional development and educational initiatives. Through the ‘Fundación te impulsa’ program, the Salto Grande Foundation provided economic support to 54 entre

UK grid connection queue regulatory interventions

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Energy storage initiatives advance in Great Britain and Belize

The United Kingdom’s energy regulator, Ofgem, is exploring interventions to manage significant strain on the electrical grid caused by an oversupply of connection requests. Initially, discussions focused on introducing c

Chilean mining: record investment amid production decline

10 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Mining sectors in Argentina and Chile face structural shifts

The Chilean mining industry is undergoing a technological and human capital transformation driven by declining mineral grades and rising global demand. While copper concentrations have fallen, the energy transition and a

Suriname presidential participation in UN General Assembly

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Suriname leaders face political developments and travel scrutiny

Suriname President Jennifer Simons traveled to New York to participate in the 81st United Nations General Assembly. During the summit, Simons planned to advocate for the international rule of law, the peaceful resolution

Argentine economic diplomacy and financing efforts

6 clusters · 107 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Argentina Economy Minister Luis Caputo meets Wall Street investors

Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo has engaged in several high-level diplomatic and financial efforts to support the economic program of President Javier Milei. In late August, Caputo met with Inter-American Developm

Malvinas War Veterans pilgrimage in Luján

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Luján hosts first national Malvinas War Veterans pilgrimage

On September 20, 2026, the city of Luján hosted the first National Pilgrimage of Malvinas War Veterans to the Basilica of Our Lady of Luján. Organized by the Municipality of Luján in collaboration with various veterans'

Dominican Republic economic stability and political shifts

17 clusters · 132 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic financial stability funds reach significant levels

The Dominican Republic continues to navigate a balance between macroeconomic stability and structural vulnerabilities. While the government’s Anti-Crisis Plan has earned positive evaluations from the World Bank, IMF, and

Colombia earthquake: Reconstruction and ongoing seismic risk

23 clusters · 2229 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Colombia experiences intense seismic activity in Chocó and Tolima

Three weeks after the 7.4 magnitude earthquake near San José del Palmar on August 10, 2026, Colombia has transitioned from rescue operations to a massive reconstruction phase. The disaster has resulted in at least 331 de

Ecuador and Peru economic developments

10 clusters · 38 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Ecuadorian businesses struggle with digital transformation

The economic landscape in Ecuador and Peru has shown diverse developments throughout 2026, characterized by growth in specific sectors alongside challenges in financial regulation and digital adoption. In Ecuador, the di

Brazil climate change economic and environmental risks

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Brazil climate extremes cause R$ 455.5 billion in losses

Discussions regarding Brazil’s climate crisis have focused on the tension between fossil fuel exploitation and long-term economic stability. Initial reports highlighted the debate over Petrobras’s potential oil explorati