The Andean country becomes a full member of the regional bloc on July 31. Will the new membership increase trade among members, or jeopardize the organization?
AS/COA News Analysis
The worst drought to hit the United States in half a century is boosting Argentine and Brazilian corn and soy producers.
Peruvians give President Ollanta Humala high marks for the country’s strong economic growth and social spending, but concerns over mining protests weigh down his approval numbers.
A constitutional crisis imperiling the balance of power in El Salvador has resulted in two opposing groups of Supreme Court justices.
Argentina, Brazil, and Venezuela have seen strained relations with Paraguay following the country’s impeachment of President Fernando Lugo.
Cuban President Raúl Castro visited China and Vietnam this week seeking to shore up economic, investment, and political ties.
The first two countries are taking steps toward legalizing possession of small amounts of narcotics, while Uruguay creates a legal framework for the sale and regulation of marijuana.