Juan Martinez
Juan Martinez is a Chilean economist and journalist. He lives in South Florida and specializes in reporting on Latin America.
Fuel Shortage Hits Argentina Before Elections
Just weeks before the second round of presidential elections on November 19, cars in Argentina are lining up for gas.
Many gas stations are closed....
Bolivia Partners with Chinese Companies for Zinc Refinery
Bolivia's government teamed up with Chinese firms to build a Zinc Refining Plant in Oruro.
This initiative, led by the state's Empresa Metalúrgica Vinto, promises...
Colombia Helps Ecuador with Energy Crisis
Ecuador's energy crisis, resulting in blackouts, prompted President Guillermo Lasso to meet with Colombia's President Gustavo Petro for solutions.
After the meeting, Lasso announced good...
Trial of Bolivia’s Ex-Interim President Moves Ahead
Four years after Bolivia's President Evo Morales was ousted, Jeanine Áñez, the former interim president, is on trial with 17 others.
They're accused of incidents...
Ecuador’s Worst Drought in 50 Years Triggers Power Cuts
Starting tomorrow, Ecuador will experience scheduled power outages as announced by the Energy and Mines Minister, Fernando Santos.
The reason is a severe energy crisis....
Venezuela President Hopes for Sanctions End After Barbados Talks
In a recent National Conference for Dialogue in the Miranda state, Venezuela's President confirmed past agreements with the opposition.
These deals took place in Barbados...
Latin American Ministers Tackle Chemical and Waste Crisis
The 23rd Forum of Environment Ministers from Latin America and the Caribbean concluded in Panama City. Leaders committed to curbing chemical and waste pollution.
The...
Nicaragua Leaves the OAS
On November 19, Nicaragua will conclude its two-year withdrawal period and officially depart from the Organization of American States (OAS).
Remarkably, no member country has...
Cuba Leads UN Proposal for Palestinian Safety
Cuba and several other countries presented a resolution to the UN General Assembly, seeking to safeguard Palestinian civilians and halt the Middle East conflict.
Bruno...
LatAm Ministers Finalize Unified Climate Proposal for COP28
Environment ministers from 33 Latin American and Caribbean countries met in Panama.
They aimed to finalize a unified climate change proposal for the upcoming COP28...
Acapulco Grapples with Hurricane Otis Aftermath
Hurricane Otis, a Category 5 storm, struck Acapulco, with social media images revealing widespread damage.
Buildings lay in ruins, glass windows shattered, and fallen trees...
Venezuela and Bolivia Sign Oil and Gas Deals
Venezuela's Oil Minister, Pedro Tellechea, announced a new partnership with Bolivia this week, centered on collaborative oil and gas projects.
The news came out in...
Bullrich Backs Milei in Argentina’s Runoff Election
Patricia Bullrich, once a contender for Argentina's presidency, has formally endorsed Javier Milei for the upcoming runoff.
She represented the Juntos por el Cambio party...
Milei Considers Leftist Talent for Cabinet Roles
Javier Milei, a presidential candidate in Argentina, recently expressed openness to including leftist politicians in his cabinet.
He mentioned this in an interview on Monday....