Bolivia
What would a Trump win mean for Latin America?
As the US braces for a closely fought presidential election on November 5, Latin America has particular cause for concern over a potential return of Donald Trump to the White House. We rounded up how the region could fare under a second Trump term.
Russia and China’s grip tightens on Bolivia’s nuclear and lithium dreams
Bolivia has taken significant strides to secure its place in the global nuclear and lithium sectors through partnerships with Russia and China.
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BREAKING: Former Bolivian president Evo Morales survives apparent assassination attempt
Former Bolivian president Evo Morales narrowly escaped an alleged assassination attempt after unknown assailants fired 14 shots at his vehicle on October 27 morning in Chapare.
LatAm faces two-speed recovery as Brazil outpaces Mexico in IMF outlook
Latin America and Caribbean economies are poised to grow 2.1% in 2024, exceeding July forecasts by 0.3 percentage points, the IMF's latest World Economic Outlook revealed. The revision showcases stark contrasts between the region's largest economies.
China’s economic takeover in Latin America sparks opportunities and concerns
In the last two decades, China has emerged as a key player in Latin America's economy, making strategic investments in infrastructure, energy, and telecommunications, transforming the region into an essential hub for its interests.
Bolivia on edge as former president Morales threatens chaos over rape accusations
Former Bolivian President Evo Morales is escalating tensions as he faces a probe into allegations of human trafficking and statutory rape.
COMMENT: Eurasian Development Bank and FONPLATA call for tailored approaches to expanding MDB lending capacity
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and South American FONPLATA Development Bank have jointly published a policy paper titled "One Size Does Not Fit All – Analyzing the Applicability of Options for Expanding Lending Capacity Across MDBs"
Climate crisis fuels wildfires across Latin America with Brazil hardest hit
Brazil and large swathes of Latin America are battling severe wildfires this year, even in traditionally wet regions, as they grapple with a harsh drought. The effects of climate change are disrupting the lives of millions across the continent.
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Bolivia inks $976mn deal with Russia to tap world’s largest lithium reserves
Bolivia has signed a significant deal with Russia’s Uranium One Group to establish a lithium carbonate production facility in the Salar de Uyuni, one of the world's largest lithium-bearing salt flats.