PM Harper Takes Six-Day Spin through Latin America
The Canadian leader plans to deepen economic ties during visits to Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Honduras.
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Cuban Parliament Holds off on Deeper Economic Reforms
Raúl Castro surprised observers Monday when he said at a National Assembly meeting that Havana may reform Cuban migration laws. But the country’s Parliament did not address the country's many pressing economic issues.
Ollanta Humala Takes Presidential Helm in Peru
The new president, sworn in July 28, announced a series of social programs, saying: "Economic growth and social inclusion will march together."
Ecuador's Correa Takes on the Press
An Ecuadoran court convicted a daily newspaper's directors of defamation July 20, sparking an international uproar from press freedom advocates and shining a light on Latin American libel laws.
Peru's Humala Picks Moderates for Top Cabinet Posts
In the countdown to his July 28 inauguration, Ollanta Humala announced key cabinet appointees that demonstrate moderate choices, reassuring investors. But, with his approval ratings sliding, can he win the Peruvian public's support?
Cabinet Changes in Chile: Piñera Reshuffles the Deck
Facing student protests, striking copper miners, and controversy over energy projects, Chilean President Sebastián Piñera shuffled his cabinet for the second time this year. Will the changes appease detractors?
State Department Head for the Western Hemisphere Steps Down
With no replacement named, Arturo Valenzuela leaves his post as assistant secretary of state for the Western Hemisphere to return to Georgetown University.
