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Latin American regional development planning

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Regional development and environmental planning initiatives in Colombia

Regional authorities in Guatemala, Peru, and Colombia are implementing various local development and strategic planning initiatives. In Guatemala, the Departmental Council for Development (CODEDE) scheduled meetings to

Bucaramanga regional infrastructure and tax protests

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Bucaramanga-Cúcuta highway blocked by property tax protests

In late October 2026, regional tensions in the Santander area of Colombia manifested through both infrastructure petitions and civil unrest. Citizens in Bucaramanga submitted a petition to the Presidency with over 3,700

Colombia: Military offensive and ACSN leadership instability

28 clusters · 138 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Santa Marta: One soldier killed and another wounded in ACSN attack

The 2026 Colombian government offensive against dissident FARC factions, the Clan del Golfo, and the ELN has intensified, marked by significant narcotics seizures and a breakdown in negotiations. President Abelardo de la

Central and South American Halloween security measures

2 clusters · 120 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: World Pasta Day 2026 highlights Italian production and global heritage

Authorities in several Central and South American nations have implemented various restrictions and security protocols to manage Halloween celebrations. In Honduras, the mayor of La Libertad, Comayagua, announced a proh

ELN drone and explosive warfare expands in Colombia

9 clusters · 69 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Colombian military operations and allegations in Vichada and Nariño

Following the ELN drone attack on the El Trapiche Military Canton in Norte de Santander, the conflict has expanded geographically and intensified. The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 4 ‘Do Not Travel’ advisory fo

Drone attacks and child recruitment crisis in Colombia

9 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Colombia faces surge in drone attacks against police stations

Colombia continues to face escalating threats from drone-based attacks involving explosive devices and a severe crisis of child recruitment. The Ombudsman’s Office reported a 146% increase in drone attacks equipped with

National and regional sporting events in Colombia

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Colombia hosts South American Fencing Championship and regional school games

Colombia continues to host various regional and national sporting competitions. Following the speed skating events in late September, regional roller skating competitions expanded in early October, including the ‘Rodando

Waste management infrastructure challenges in Los Lagos

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Puerto Varas Council rejects La Laja landfill expansion contract

Waste management infrastructure in Chile’s Los Lagos Region is facing significant logistical and financial challenges. Initially, concerns emerged regarding potential 2027 budget cuts that could jeopardize the replacemen

Colombia fiscal and debt stability challenges

5 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Colombia pension costs projected to reach 103 trillion pesos

Colombia continues to face significant fiscal pressure driven by rising national debt and specific budgetary shortfalls in social services. Fitch Ratings has warned that the country requires a fiscal adjustment of approx

Security incidents involving ELN in Colombia

2 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Barranquilla establishes new Interpol office to combat transnational crime

In late September 2026, an armed attack in Ábrego, Norte de Santander, killed two police officers who were traveling in an institutional vehicle for community outreach. President Abelardo de la Espriella condemned the at

Forest fires and water scarcity in South America

16 clusters · 146 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Latin America faces widespread forest fire impacts and recovery efforts

Severe forest fires and water scarcity, driven by high temperatures and the El Niño phenomenon, continue to impact South America. In Bolivia, the Santa Cruz government has declared an Orange Alert following a surge in fi

Costa Rican diplomatic and political tensions

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: United States implements new visa screening and travel warnings

Costa Rican President Laura Fernández has faced diplomatic scrutiny and domestic political rumors regarding her administration’s international relations. Initial criticism emerged following the dismissal of former Forei