Latin America
Chinese firms in Latin America stay put after Maduro abduction
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After the US abduction of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, Chinese entrepreneurs in the region say they are staying put—for now—but are more attuned to geopolitical risks. Two supertankers heading to load Venezuelan oil for China have made U-turns back to Asia, indicating trade disruptions. In Argentina, President Javier Milei confirms plans for a 2026 China trip despite US pressure to curb ties.
In 2026, urban cable cars solidify as a structural alternative for mobility in Latin American cities, moving beyond their experimental image. Projects in Mexico, Guatemala, Chile, and Colombia address urban challenges such as access to hilly and hard-to-reach areas. These initiatives offer efficient, clean solutions with low environmental impact.
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French economist Philippe Aghion, winner of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics, praised Javier Milei's government reforms during a speech at the CAF International Economic Forum in Panama. Aghion highlighted how these policies combat corruption and bureaucracy to promote innovation and help Argentina escape the middle-income trap.
President Donald Trump's suspension of immigration visas affects US allies in Latin America, including left-leaning Uruguay. The measure, starting January 21, targets those seeking permanent residence and work in the US, sparing tourists and temporary workers. Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi voiced concern over the policy's implications.
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Peru's Popular Unity party has condemned threats against Cuba by US President Donald Trump and called on Peruvian and Latin American people to unite in its defense.
The president of Casa de las Américas, Abel Prieto, described the US aggression in Venezuela as an imperialist and fascist offensive. In Chile, representatives of political and social organizations highlighted the courage of the 32 Cuban combatants and approximately 100 Venezuelans killed in a US airstrike on January 3.
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Four days after U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, on charges of drug trafficking and human rights violations, a new Áltica poll across nine Latin American countries highlights divides between governments and publics. While leaders like Colombia's Gustavo Petro condemned the operation as a 'kidnapping,' majorities in Colombia (75%) and Chile showed pragmatic support amid border and security concerns.
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