Category: Americas

Demonstrators joined the “March of Anger” (Marcha de la Bronca) in Buenos Aires on Saturday (19 Sep), protesting against the economic and social policies of President Javier Milei’s government.  The mobilisation was organised by left-wing political groups, social organisations and unions, with participants raising concerns over austerity measures, public services, disability benefits and university funding. …

The US Department of State has announced sanctions against eight Cuban entities and three individuals, targeting the country’s nickel industry and military research and development sectors. Washington said the measures form part of the Trump administration’s broader sanctions policy, arguing the targeted organisations support Cuba’s military capabilities and generate revenue for the government through mineral…

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori announced closer cooperation on security, trade and regional issues during talks in Lima, Peru, as both countries marked more than 200 years of diplomatic relations. Fujimori confirmed that Peru will join the Shield of the Americas, a US-led multilateral initiative focused on addressing transnational…

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ecuadorian Foreign Minister of Human Mobility Roberto Kury Pesantes have outlined expanded cooperation between the two countries during Rubio’s official visit to Quito, Ecuador. The discussions focused on security cooperation, economic development, and bilateral relations, with both officials highlighting efforts to address transnational criminal networks and strengthen institutional…

Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on US imports worth around $20bn took effect on Tuesday (8 Sep), intensifying a trade dispute between Ottawa and Washington. The measures, ranging from 15% to 50%, target products including steel, dairy, electronics, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and appliances. The tariffs follow new US trade measures introduced by President Donald Trump,…

Cuba has unveiled new regulations aimed at attracting foreign investment, trade and tourism as the government seeks to address a deepening economic crisis and encourage greater private sector activity. Published in the country’s official registry, the reforms simplify investment procedures and expand opportunities for businesses and self-employed workers. Key changes include: Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, Cuba’s…

Argentina’s President Javier Milei has announced a series of diplomatic, economic and legal measures linked to Buenos Aires’ sovereignty claim over the Falkland Islands (Malvinas), citing planned offshore oil exploration as a new challenge. In a televised address, Milei said: “The Malvinas are Argentine, by history and by right,” while reaffirming Argentina’s long-standing claim over…

The United Nations has warned that Haiti is facing a rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis, with violence, displacement, insecurity and natural hazards affecting millions across the country. Addressing the UN Security Council, Indrika Ratwatte, Acting Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, said more than half of Haiti’s estimated 6.4 million population requires…

The United States and Venezuela have announced a major agreement to develop 17 oil fields containing an estimated 65 billion barrels of proven reserves, marking a significant expansion of bilateral energy cooperation. US President Donald Trump said the agreement secures majority US control of the joint venture through a public-private partnership, while Venezuelan Interim President…

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the United States to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America”, describing the move as effective immediately while renewing criticism of Canada over trade, defence and manufacturing.  Speaking in the Oval Office on Thursday (27 Aug), Trump claimed Canada had been “ripping us off for a…