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French President Macron leads opposition to EU-Mercosur deal as hopes for G20 breakthrough fade
French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed France's opposition to the European Union-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement (FTA) during his meeting with Argentine President Javier Milei at Casa Rosada on November 17.
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.
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.
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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Latin America trapped in low growth cycle, ECLAC warns
Latin America and the Caribbean are facing a "low economic growth trap" that threatens to stall progress across the region, according to a new report from the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC).