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Social, not economic, issues divide Brazilian politics

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BRAZIL

The recent furore over the bill highlights the degree to which ‘social’, rather than economic, issues increasingly define the ideological battle lines in Brazilian politics…

Camargo to affect institutional legitimacy in Colombia

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COLOMBIA

The Supreme Court of Justice voted on March 12 to confirm her appointment. She obtained 18 out of 23 votes and will serve a four-year term. She was nominated by President Gustavo…

Mexico judicial reform poses major risks

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MEXICO

Her win was based on numerous campaign proposals, including a controversial plan for judicial reform, originally presented to Congress by incumbent President Andres Manuel Lopez…

Ethiopia unexplained wealth bill will fuel abuse fears

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ETHIOPIA

Although billed as part of an ostensible anti-corruption drive, the bill would allow the government to confiscate wealth for which individuals or businesses cannot produce…

Judicial woes will fuel corruption concerns in Peru

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PERU

In a context of widespread corruption, the chief public prosecutor occupies a pivotal role in deciding whom to prosecute and whom not. Increasingly, politics have become…

Slower US consumption is a key global vulnerability

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US

They worry about a cooling labour market and continuing high prices and interest rates. They express less certainty about their family finances and say they will be more cautious…

Honeymoon period of Panama’s Mulino will be brief

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PANAMA

Mulino assumed the candidacy late in the race, after former President Ricardo Martinelli (2009-14) was disqualified over a corruption conviction. The new president will face…

Angola judicial crisis threatens state capacity

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ANGOLA

Leonardo faces a range of corruption and nepotism allegations and has been subject to widespread criticism and protest within the judiciary. The anger against Leonardo reflects…

Ethiopia’s Tigray region faces divisions and dilemmas

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ETHIOPIA

This comes amid escalating turbulence in Tigray’s internal political dynamics, and worsening armed conflict between Amhara rebels and the federal army.

Radical nationalists could upset new Slovak government

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SLOVAKIA

Incoming Prime Minister Robert Fico’s gradual adoption of nationalism, aversion to migration and conspiracy theories have jeopardised Slovakia’s reputation as a reliable partner…