Falklanders Defy Argentina, Vote to Remain British
Residents of the Falkland Islands near Argentina vote in a referendum to remain a British territory.
Latin America
Russia Has Stake in Venezuelan Ruling Party’s Victory
Russia could lose an ally if Venezuela’s socialists lose the election.
Capriles to Challenge Chávez’ Successor in April Election
The liberal governor will make a second attempt to win Venezuela’s presidency.
Venezuela’s Maduro Defies Constitution, Assumes Power
Nicolás Maduro assumes power, sidestepping the speaker of the National Assembly.
Venezuelan Vice President Announces Chávez’ Death
The president’s death could plunge Venezuela into political turmoil.
President’s Illness Casts Doubt on Venezuela’s Political Future
A week before his scheduled inauguration, Hugo Chávez remains in hospital in Cuba.
Increasingly Authoritarian Kirchner Draws Mass Protests
Argentinians are fed up with their president’s gross economic mismanagement.
Curaçao Election Result Sparks Calls for Independence
Lawmakers in the Netherlands are fed up.
Chávez Faces Toughest Election in Fourteen Years
For the first time in his presidency, the Venezuelan leader faces a unified opposition.
Argentina Inflation Skyrockets, Kirchner’s Popularity Slumps
Voters blame their president for rising inflation and a slowdown in economic growth.
Brazil’s Rousseff Stays the Course With “Stimulus”
Fears that the president will repeat the mistakes of her predecessors are unfounded.
Economy, Not Drug War, Peña’s Main Challenge
The media have focused on Enrique Peña Nieto’s security policy, but the economy will be his priority.
Oil Dependence Puts Mexico’s Energy Security at Risk
Mexico is losing sight of other natural riches that could improve its energy independence.
Mexico’s Calderón Urges US to Enter Trade Talks
The Mexican president says the United States should join a trade agreement with other nations bordering the Pacific.
Peña’s Election No Repudiation of Mexico’s Democracy
The Institutional Revolutionary Party’s return to power should not disconcert Mexicans.