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1 – 10 of 63The introduction of proportional representation opens the way for more parties to enter the legislature. Parties and candidates have tactical decisions to make in a bid to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285868
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Boluarte has reshuffled some key cabinet posts, including the portfolios of defence, economy and finance, and energy and mines. The main purpose of the changes is to shore up…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285270
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Tshisekedi’s own Union for Democracy and Social Progress (UDPS) becomes parliament’s largest party with 69 seats, while main opposition contender Moise Katumbi’s Ensemble party…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB284945
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Benavides is accused of heading up a ‘criminal organisation’ that used its influence over Congress to manipulate appointments to key state institutions, confirming fears about the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283817
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With options for keeping centre-left, reformist President-elect Bernardo Arevalo from office now running out, the conservative government of President Alejandro Giammattei looks…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283800
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Rather than serving a full term, he will complete that of his predecessor, Guillermo Lasso, who took office in 2021 but stood down early, having run into congressional gridlock…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283593
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Arevalo’s victory marks a shift in Guatemalan politics. After years of democratic backsliding, Arevalo promises a slow, partial recovery of transparency and the rule of law. His…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281432
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His candidacy is nevertheless proving turbulent, with challenges launched in recent weeks, against both the first-round results and Semilla’s right to run.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280896
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He faces pressure to deliver on ambitious promises regarding systemic reform, economic prosperity, wealth redistribution, environmental conservation and peace. However, his…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB272098
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The rebel resurgence comes despite the fact that Wagner combatants are active on both sides of the border.