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Latin America and the Caribbean now account for over one-quarter of confirmed COVID-19 cases and around one-third of deaths. Although stringent COVID-19-related measures imposed…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB256559
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Gender violence in Latin America.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB214728
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The government has ordered Pluspetrol, which owns and operates key oil and gas concessions, to abandon its exploratory activities in the central jungle region, following protests…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB197683
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In 2016, the economic downturn boosted unemployment, especially in the manufacturing and construction industries, while inflation undermined real incomes, hitting the poorest…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB217918
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Prospects for Latin America in the third quarter.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB200263
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The move followed a sweeping decree issued on December 20 to reform or eliminate some 300 laws governing economic, labour and social issues, and which has already prompted…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB284267
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Across the region, declining trust in political elites has led to polarisation and the fragmentation of political systems, as traditional parties lose favour. Nevertheless…
Potential for the development of shale gas in Colombia.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB211025
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The strike, held in protest over the government’s economic policies, took place as the World Economic Forum (WEF) held its Latin America regional meeting in Buenos Aires for the…
The strike was prompted by unions' rejection of the 27% ceiling the government attempted to impose on wage rises. With this ceiling, real wages will suffer further given existing…