Juan Martinez
Juan Martinez is a Chilean economist and journalist. He lives in South Florida and specializes in reporting on Latin America.
YPF Leads 30% Fuel Price Surge in Argentina, Aligning with Regional Trends
Just before a major political shift, Argentina's semi-state oil company YPF has implemented a 30% increase in fuel prices nationwide.
Other oil companies in Argentina...
Mercosur’s Landmark $10 Billion Infrastructure Plan
Mercosur, a trade bloc of $3.5 trillion, including Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia, and Uruguay, launched a major initiative.
They unveiled a $10 billion fund dedicated...
Mercosur Growth: Bolivia Added as Fifth Member
Today marks a significant expansion for Mercosur as Bolivia becomes its newest member.
This addition brings the total number of countries in the bloc to...
October Brings Modest Fall in Argentina’s Industrial Output
As reported by official sources on Thursday, Argentina's industrial activity dropped by 0.3% in October compared to September.
This data, released by the National stats...
Mexico Set for $106 Billion Foreign Investment Boost
Mexico is poised to attract $106.418 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) over the next two to three years.
Based on international companies' plans, this...
Ecuador’s New Strategy Against Crime
Ecuador's President, Daniel Noboa, recently announced a bold plan to combat the country’s soaring crime and violence.
On Wednesday, he unveiled a strategy to build...
Colombia Rejoins UNASUR After Five-Year Hiatus
After a five-year absence, Colombia officially marked its return to the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR), reaffirming its commitment to regional cooperation.
UNASUR is...
Unlocking Fujimori: A Historic Court Verdict in Peru
Peru's Constitutional Court has ordered the immediate release of former President Alberto Fujimori, who was serving a 25-year sentence for crimes against humanity.
The decision,...
Bolivia’s Anticipation for Mercosur Integration
Bolivia eagerly awaits its anticipated integration into Mercosur, the Southern Common Market, during the upcoming summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The Bolivian government expressed...
Transforming Landscapes of the South American Pampas
The Pampas, a vast biome in South America, has seen a 20% reduction in its natural vegetation since 1985.
This biome, spread over Brazil, Argentina,...
Petro’s Push for State Control in Colombia’s Healthcare Sector
Colombian President Gustavo Petro's plan to enhance state control in healthcare is currently stalled in Congress.
In response, his administration is seeking other ways to...
Mexico Charts Path for Digital Industrial Growth
Mexican business leaders and academics recently introduced a new digital industrial policy.
Their aim is to advance the nation's economic and social development in the...
Mexico Leads New Stage in Colombia Peace Talks
Today, Mexico City hosts the start of the fifth round of Colombia's peace negotiations with the ELN.
This marks a continuation of discussions that began...
Ecuador’s Bold Move: Vice President Takes Ambassadorship in Israel
President Daniel Noboa appointed Vice President Verónica Abad as the ambassador to Israel in Ecuador.
This important role will start on December 10. She will...