Mexico’s BMV bourse signed an agreement of intent to join Chile, Colombia, and Peru’s exchange. The new member would nearly double the size of the integrated market.
AS/COA News Analysis
Brazil and Mexico could provide funds to the IMF to aid ailing European economies. But in a shaky global market, Latin American economies may opt to focus on economic policies at home.
As leaders from 33 countries converge in Caracas for the kickoff summit of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, observers debate the regional body’s potential for future success.
Two of Mexico’s three main parties selected presidential candidates in November. With seven months to go before the election, the PRI’s Enrique Peña Nieto continues to be the one to beat.
Protests against Peru’s largest mining project could impact President Ollanta Humala’s mission to attract foreign investment to help fund social inclusion programs.
Massive new hydrocarbon finds and increased production have seen Latin America become a major energy frontier. Regulations have proved essential in attracting investment and managing profits.
A new approach by the DHS aims to change immigration enforcement by prioritizing criminal deportations and using discretion with non-criminal immigrants. But is the policy enough to appease both frustrated Latino voters and states with strict new immigration laws?