Tag #Latin America

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Indigenous Children in Latin America Face Systemic Inequalities

A new report reveals that 18 million Indigenous children and adolescents in Latin America and the Caribbean face high poverty rates, limited access to education and healthcare, and discrimination, highlighting a critical data gap hindering effective responses.

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32% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Petro's Mixed Legacy After Three Years in Power

Colombian President Gustavo Petro's administration, three years into its term, has seen mixed results: some successful reforms alongside challenges in security, peace negotiations, and declining approval ratings, setting the stage for uncertain upcoming elections.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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U.S. Tariffs on Brazil: Political Dispute Overrides Economic Logic

The U.S. imposed tariffs up to 50 percent on Brazilian goods due to alleged persecution of Jair Bolsonaro, creating a major bilateral crisis impacting trade, and prompting strong criticism from Brazilian President Lula da Silva.

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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El Salvador's Constitutional Reform Sparks Concerns About Democratic Backsliding

El Salvador's recent constitutional changes, allowing indefinite presidential reelection and longer legislative terms, have raised concerns about democratic backsliding, drawing parallels to similar power grabs in Venezuela and Nicaragua by leaders like Hugo Chávez and Daniel Ortega.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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El Salvador: Bukele Secures Indefinite Reelection Amidst Human Rights Concerns

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele secured constitutional changes enabling indefinite reelection, extending his term and eliminating runoff elections, raising concerns about democratic backsliding despite his success in reducing crime.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Chancay Port: A Modern Inca Trail Boosting Peru's Economy

Chancay Port in Peru, operational since 2021, surpassed \$777 million in trade during the first five months of 2025, creating 7,000 jobs and boosting Peru's GDP by an estimated 1.8 percentage points; it shortens shipping times between Asia and Latin America, increasing trade and fostering cultural e...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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US Backs El Salvador's Move to Allow Indefinite Presidential Reelection

The US State Department surprisingly supports El Salvador's decision to abolish presidential term limits, enabling President Nayib Bukele to seek indefinite reelection, despite international criticism of this move undermining democratic norms, particularly given the swift legislative approval and Bu...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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GM and Hyundai Partner to Develop Five Vehicles, Counter Chinese Competition

GM and Hyundai will jointly develop five vehicles—four for Central and South America (compact SUV/capickup, mid-size pickup, supporting both internal combustion and hybrid powertrains) and an electric commercial van for North America—aiming to produce at least 800,000 vehicles annually to compete wi...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Open Society Foundations Adapts to Funding Cuts and Global Political Shifts

Binaifer Nowrojee, Open Society Foundations' new leader, discusses the organization's response to reduced funding, global political changes, and criticisms from authoritarian leaders, highlighting its adapting strategies for supporting human rights and democratic progress, particularly in Latin Amer...

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40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Bukele's Power Grab: Indefinite Reelection Shakes El Salvador's Democracy

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele pushed through a constitutional amendment enabling indefinite reelection, extending his term to six years and eliminating the second electoral round, escalating concerns about democratic backsliding in Latin America.

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60% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
elmundo.es
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Latin American "Neoconstitutionalism": A Shift in Governance and its Criticisms

New constitutions in Venezuela (1999), Ecuador (2008), and Bolivia (2009) significantly altered governance, emphasizing indigenous rights and social justice, but sparked concerns regarding democratic processes and the balance of power.

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64% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Milei Vetoes Pension Increases in Argentina, Sparking Protests

Argentine President Javier Milei vetoed three laws increasing pensions for retirees and disabled individuals on August 4th, 2025, citing budgetary concerns and procedural flaws, sparking widespread protests and potentially deepening the country's social and economic divides.

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56% Bias Score

No Poverty

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