First Quantum Prepares for Arbitration Amid Panama Copper Contract Dispute

Canadian mining company First Quantum is preparing to initiate arbitration proceedings against Panama, as confirmed by both the company and Panama’s trade ministry on Sunday. ...

Read more

Nicaragua bars pageant head after Ortega critic wins Miss Universe

The recent victory of Sheynnis Palacios as Miss Universe 2023 has sparked political tensions in her native Nicaragua. Nicaraguan national pageant director Karen Celebertti and ...

Read more

El Salvador Requests Humanitarian corridor for Stranded Drivers in Panama

The Salvadoran government has made an urgent appeal to Panama and its civil society leaders for the creation of a “humanitarian corridor.” This plea, issued ...

Read more

Honduras Palm Oil Boom Fueling Corruption

The soaring global demand for palm oil, primarily derived from oil palm fruits, has turned this commodity into a key export for Honduras, significantly impacting ...

Read more

First Quantum Miners Injured in Panama Protests

In a recent escalation of tensions in Panama, eight employees of the Canadian mining company First Quantum sustained injuries when their bus was attacked by ...

Read more

Brazil’s Rodrygo alleges racist insults after on-field quarrel with Messi

Brazilian footballer Rodrygo Goes, a forward for Real Madrid, has recently spoken out about receiving racist insults on social media. This wave of abuse followed ...

Read more

Panama’s Supreme Court Reviews Mining Contract Amid National Protests

The Supreme Court of Justice (CSJ) in Panama has commenced a critical session to deliberate on the constitutionality of Law 406, which underpins the contentious ...

Read more

Nicaragua’s trade deficit drops 7.9% in 2023

In 2023, Nicaragua has witnessed a significant decrease in its trade deficit during the first nine months, dropping by 7.9% compared to the same period ...

Read more

Nicaragua’s Miss Universe Victory Highlights Political Divide

The recent victory of Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios in the Miss Universe competition has unintentionally highlighted Nicaragua’s deep political rifts. The Nicaraguan government, led by ...

Read more

Activists Plan Major Marches for International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 

In recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25, numerous activist groups across Latin America are gearing up ...

Read more