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Pension bill will challenge unpopular Chile president

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CHILE

As well as triggering heated debate about its merits as a means of mitigating the economic effects of COVID-19, the bill, presented by left-wing legislators, represents a key…

Cabinet confirmation is a respite for Peru's Castillo

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PERU

The vote of confidence will provide some leeway to the embattled Castillo presidency. Although critical of government policies, centrist and centre-right parties feared that a…

Chile's political malaise will not be rapidly resolved

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CHILE

The impact of continuing protests.

New Chile lockdown will add to wider uncertainties

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CHILE

At the same time, a new Central Bank report suggests that, despite a sharp liquidity-driven economic rebound this year, the country faces a lean medium-term outlook.

Brazil fiscal and welfare spending demands will clash

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BRAZIL

The economy is at a crossroads: high unemployment and increasing poverty are generating pressures for greater income transfers, but the delicate fiscal position is generating…

Chile inequality debate will drive tax reform demands

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CHILE

Although both the bill’s legislative future and the amount it would raise are uncertain, it reflects ever more explicit class polarisation and anger over inequalities.

Sagasti will ease pre-election tensions in Peru

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PERU

The new government will bring a much-needed easing of tensions following the widespread protests that met the short-lived presidency of Manuel Merino. Sagasti should be able to…

Post-election governance will be troubled in Peru

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PERU

Fujimori, in turn, has resorted to more populist pledges in her attempt to attract voters, especially in rural areas. However, neither candidate can rest assured that endorsements…

Interim government will enjoy little leeway in Peru

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PERU

Outgoing President Martin Vizcarra’s impeachment was a response to congressional dissatisfaction with his government’s policies, especially those designed to root out corruption…

COVID delay will raise Chile election uncertainties

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CHILE

The bill, promulgated last night by President Sebastian Pinera, rescheduled until May 15-16 the landmark elections of members of a convention to draft a new constitution, as well…