Latin America and the Caribbean

Democratic support and institutional dissatisfaction in LAC

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Latin America: Democratic support recovers amid rising authoritarian sentiment

Latin America and the Caribbean continue to face a paradox where democratic support remains moderate despite deep institutional dissatisfaction. While the 2026 Latinobarómetro report shows a regional average of 52% suppo

Latin American geopolitical and economic strategic outlook

11 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: ECLAC session: Abinader calls for regional cooperation and growth

The UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (CEPAL/ECLAC) has released a report titled ‘Ruptures and opportunities: proposals for Latin America and the Caribbean to prosper in the new geopolitical era.

Housing affordability crisis in Latin America

2 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Mexico housing costs force 80% to cut food or health spending

Rising housing and food costs continue to place significant pressure on household budgets across Latin America. Research from Habitat for Humanity indicates that high housing expenses are forcing many residents to reduce

UN SG race: Grynspan and Rodrigues-Birkett lead

35 clusters · 295 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: United Nations prepares for next secretary-general transition

The United Nations selection process for a successor to António Guterres has entered a decisive phase, with the new term set to begin on 1 January 2027. Following the fourth round of informal consultations, the field of

Global fuel price surges and energy inflation

10 clusters · 164 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Fuel markets face sales declines and supply tensions in Mexico and Argentina

Rising fuel costs continue to drive significant inflation and transportation expenses globally. In Spain, diesel prices have surged by over 15%, outpacing gasoline due to high freight demand and geopolitical tensions. In

Lenacapavir HIV prevention rollout and efficacy

11 clusters · 57 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Lenacapavir injectable offers new breakthrough in HIV prevention

Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable medication for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), has demonstrated high efficacy in clinical trials. The drug, which requires only two doses per year, is administered via subcutane

Global healthcare workforce shortage

5 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: US healthcare workforce shortage projected to double by 2040

Research indicates a massive deficit in the global healthcare workforce. An Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation study published in The Lancet Public Health found that 34.4 million additional professionals—includi

Honduras electrical infrastructure development

2 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Multilateral banks deploy major funding for Latin American infrastructure and stability

The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) has approved a sovereign loan of up to $177 million for Honduras to strengthen its national electrical system. The funding is designated for the El Sitio–Za

Adolescent pregnancy trends in Latin America

3 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Adolescent pregnancy prevention initiatives reported in Argentina and Venezuela

Adolescent pregnancy in Latin America and the Caribbean is identified as a key indicator of poverty and social exclusion. While regional fertility rates for girls aged 15 to 19 decreased from approximately 73 births per

Latin America and Caribbean economic growth outlook

4 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: ECLAC reports low growth capacity in Latin America and the Caribbean

The United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) has issued warnings regarding the region’s economic trajectory, noting a slowdown in growth projections. In August 2026, ECLAC lowered it