'Black Gold Bonanza for Guyana' 
Columnist: Thomas Manning
FEATURE STORIES

​New president pledges to cure 'sick child' El Salvador

El Salvador’s new president, Nayib Bukele, took office pledging to cure the Central American country that he described as a “sick child” following years of violence and migration that has strained relations with the United States.

The 37-year-old former mayor of San Salvador, who won more votes than all other candidates in the February presidential election, brought an end to a two-party system that has held sway over the country for three decades.

“Our country is like a sick child, now it’s up to all of us to take care of it,” Bukele told the crowd. “We have to suffer a little now, we have to have a little pain, assume our responsibility and all as brothers to bring forward that child.”
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​Latin America is increasingly embracing the Belt and Road Initiative

Much like the Arctic, Latin America and the Caribbean were only recently integrated in the Belt and Road Initiative’s growing blueprint. But since then the BRI has seen the rise of many new partners from this region.

In the last six years, since the BRI was first put forward, it has expanded its scope and now includes different regions from Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
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Initially, Latin America was not included in the BRI but despite the region’s geographical distance from the BRI roadmap, many LAC leaders and diplomats were eager to participate in the initiative. For instance, in 2015, Bolivia’s ambassador to China affirmed that the BRI is “extremely important to Bolivia’s future development." Shortly thereafter Peru’s former foreign minister and ambassador to China, Gonzalo Gutiérrez Reinel, wrote an article in People’s Daily conveying Peru’s hope that the BRI would be extended to Latin America....
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Ottawa Life

​Justice Minister & 'Lava Jato' Judge Moro under fire in Brazil after leaked messages hint at conspiracy against Lula

Brazil's high-profile Justice Minister Sergio Moro and Brazilian prosecutors allegedly collaborated to convict former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on corruption charges to prevent him from contesting the 2018 election, 

Citing leaked documents, The Intercept website co-founded by Glenn Greenwald said an anonymous source had provided material, including private chats, audio recordings, videos and photos, that show "serious wrongdoing, unethical behaviour, and systematic deceit."

Buenos Aires Times

Doing Business in Peru 2019

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Lexology

Why I Actually Like Politics in Panama

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International Observer

Mexico central bank further slashes growth forecast for 2019
                                    
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'Crouching Tiger' - Latin America in China's sights
Columnist: Thomas Manning
DIPLOMATIC, TRADE & CULTURAL NEWS
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Chilean Ambassador to the Republic of Fiji presents Credentials in Suva​
HE Rodrigo Espinosa Marty, presents his Credentials to the President of Fiji, HE Major General (Ret'd) Jioji Konusi Konrote 
Ambassador Espinosa (who is also Chilean Ambassador to NZ) inspects a Guard of Honour at Government House, Suva  
Ambassador Espinosa held talks with the Hon Jone Usumate, Fiji Minister of  Infrastructure, Transport, Meteorology  & Disaster Management
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Ambassador Espinosa pays a courtesy call on the Hon Inia Batikoto Seruiratu, Fiji Minister of Foreign Affairs, Defence and National Security


Guyana & New Zealand sign Air Services Agreement

Guyana has entered an Air Services Agreement with New Zealand.  The Agreement, which grants both States the right to conduct international air transport within a common framework, was signed by Vice President and Foreign Affairs Minister, Hon Carl Greenidge, (on left in photo) and NZ High Commissioner HE Anton Ojala.

The signing of the Agreement stems from a joint desire to broaden international air transport opportunities and outlines the related parameters that will enhance competitive air transport services, trade and economic growth.

Guyana and New Zealand established diplomatic relations on September 1, 1974, and continue to enjoy strong relations.

A Brazilian Business and Academic Delegation is scheduled to visit New Zealand in October 2019 for a round of visits and meetings with local businesses, research centres and government organizations.

Led by entrepreneurs Mr Roberto Salazar and Prof. Rogério Bohn, the delegation consists of Brazilian businessmen with varied backgrounds ranging from retail to construction and cooperative credit, among others.

​The mission will visit Auckland and Wellington to get to know the business environment in New Zealand.  Please contact the Brazilian Embassy for more details.
The Argentine Government has set up a special agency to assist foreign investors through all investment stages (analysis, decision making, execution, post-investment and reinvestment).  You can Contact the agency here & View or Download the Investment Guide.
'New Zealand and the Loss of Innocence'
Columnist: Thomas Manning'

​VIDEO - LATAM/NZ BUSINESS & ECONOMICS
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IMF Chief admits underestimating Argentina's economic situation

The International Monetary Fund has admitted it made mistakes in Argentina. Managing Director Christine Lagarde claims they 'underestimated the complicated economic situation in the south American country'.
The Best City to Live in Latin America


The best city to live in Latin America - do you know which city Andrew is talking about? This international capital is not only welcoming to expats, but it's also a great place to call your second home. We're not only talking about the nice weather and endlessly witty people either - Andrew is covering all the bases that will be of interest to any business expat that contemplates on exploring Latin America.
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'Brazil's Messiah' - A new President takes Charge
Columnist: Thomas Manning
LATIN AMERICAN ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
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Latin America growth prospects cut again in May on weak incoming Q1 data
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May 15, 2019 - Activity is seen remaining soft this year, picking up only slightly from a dismal 2018, and growth prospects were cut again this month on weak incoming Q1 data. A challenging external environment and political uncertainty are weighing on this year’s outlook. The modest uptick in growth will be driven by slightly stronger growth in Brazil and a smaller drag from Argentina.... 
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Argentina: Macri Fails Taming Inflation

As economy suffers its second consecutive recession Argentine President Mauricio Macri is failing completely in taming the high inflation rates he inherited from his predecessor. In fact, prices are going up faster now than during the government of Cristina Kirchner (2007-2015), when they averaged 25.2 percent.  This year, Argentina will likely see an inflation rate of 43.7 percent, according to new estimates from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). That’s nearly twice what the government had estimated in its 2019 budget and the highest rate in the current IMF inflation database for Argentina going back more than 20 years -- to 1998.
'Quid Pro Quo for Venezuela'
Columnist Thomas Manning

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​CUBA IN NEW ZEALAND

  1. Friends of Cuba organize anti US Blockade protest in front of U.S. Consulate-General in Auckland
  2. Prime Minister of Vanuatu expresses gratitude for Cuba´s medical cooperation. HE Mario Alzugaray with Vanuatu PM HE Charlot Salwai
  3. Cuban Ambassador, HE Mario Alzugaray, took part in a seminar organized by activist Paul Maunder in the city of Blackball, birthplace of the NZ Labor Party.
  4. Cuban Ambassador Mario Alzugaray Rodríguez took part in the National Commemoration Ceremony for ANZAC Day 20p19, which was presided by Governor General, Dame Patsy Reddy and Finance Minister Grant Robertson.​



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