4:30 to 7 pm ET

AS/COA Miami
2655 S LeJeune Road
Miami

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2025 Economic & Political Outlook

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2025 Economic & Political Outlook for Latin America

In Miami, top economic and politics experts shared their insights on the most pressing issues impacting the region for the year ahead.

4:30 to 7 pm ET

AS/COA Miami
2655 S LeJeune Road
Miami

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Overview

Council of the Americas (COA) in Miami hosted a private, off-the-record, in-person gathering where top economic and politics experts shared their insights on the most pressing issues impacting the region for the year ahead. 

In a time marked by rapid political, economic, and social shifts, the atmosphere is one of cautious optimism among business leaders in Latin America, who express hope that the region could enter an era of economic prosperity that will enhance its global standing.

Experts delivered perspectives on the trajectory of the region in 2025, addressing the complex interplay of geopolitical factors and global competition, framing the discussion around both challenges and opportunities.

Speakers:

  • Axel Christensen, Chief Investment Strategist for Latin America, BlackRock 
  • Eduardo Gamarra, PhD & Professor, Department of Politics & International Relations, Florida International University
  • John Price, Managing Director, Americas Market Intelligence (moderator)

Registration: Members can RSVP to Natalia Posada at rsvpmiami@as-coa.org

Program Information: Lorrane Campos at lcampos@as-coa.org

Sponsorship Opportunities: Cyndi Balladares at cballadares@as-coa.org 

Agenda

4:30–5:00 pm—Registration

5:00-5:10 pm—Welcome Remarks 

  • Maria Lourdes Teran, VP and Head of Miami Office, Council of the Americas
  • John Price, Managing Director, Americas Market Intelligence (moderator)

5:10-5:40 pm - Economic Outlook

  • Axel Christensen, Chief Investment Strategist for Latin America, BlackRock 

5:40-6:10 pm - Political Outlook

  • Dr. Eduardo Gamarra, PhD & Professor, Department of Politics & International Relations, Florida International University 

6:10-6:25 pm - Q&A

6:25-6:30 pm - Closing Remarks

6:30-7:00pm - Cocktail Reception & Networking

Speakers

Axel Christensen
Chief Investment Strategist for Latin America, BlackRock

Axel Christensen, managing director, is chief investment strategist for Latin America for BlackRock as well as a member of the firm’s Latin America regional executive committee. With more than 25 years of investment and finance experience, Mr. Christensen has held several...

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