Latin America

Thursday, May 15th 2025 - 20:32 UTC
China lifts visa requirements for nationals of various South American countries

China will implement a visa-free policy for citizens of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, on a trial basis, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Lin Jian confirmed Thursday.
Thursday, May 15th 2025 - 17:41 UTC
World leaders pay tribute to José Mujica, remembering his legacy of humility

World leaders from across Latin America and beyond have paid tribute to former Uruguayan President José “Pepe” Mujica, who passed away at the age of 89, remembering him as a global symbol of humility, social justice, and unwavering principles.
Thursday, May 15th 2025 - 10:40 UTC
Boluarte allowed to attend Leo XIV's enthronement

Peru's one-house Congress approved President Dina Boluarte's request to travel to the Vatican from May 16-19, 2025, to attend the enthronement ceremony of Pope Leo XIV, with 68 votes in favor, 37 against, and 2 abstentions.
Wednesday, May 14th 2025 - 10:49 UTC
Peruvian Prime Minister Adrianzén resigns

Gustavo Adrianzén resigned Tuesday as Peru's Prime Minister, the day before facing a motion of censure in Congress due to his alleged failure to address the country’s crime wave.
Wednesday, May 14th 2025 - 10:44 UTC
Arce announces he would not run for reelection

Bolivian President Luis Arce Catacora announced Tuesday that he would not seek reelection on Aug. 17 to avoid further divisions among the country's populist left, and urged his Movement for Socialism (MAS) to unite around a single candidate to prevent the right from regaining power.
Tuesday, May 13th 2025 - 10:09 UTC
Colombia to join China's Belt and Road Initiative

Colombian President Gustavo Petro announced in Beijing Monday that his country would be joining China's Belt and Road Initiative, also known as the Silk Road.
Monday, May 12th 2025 - 10:58 UTC
Death of Bolivian national unveils xenophobic practices in Argentina

Last week's death in Ezpeleta on he southern outskirts of Buenos Aires of 36-year-old Bolivian builder Richard Flores Mercado has sparked a diplomatic controversy between the two countries as the circumstances of the case would indicate a hate crime by reason of nationality.
Saturday, May 10th 2025 - 10:24 UTC
At least 11 Ecuadorean troops killed in fight against illegal mining

At least 11 Ecuadorean troops were killed Friday in an ambush during an operation against illegal gold mining in the Alto Punino sector of the Amazon, near the Colombian border in Napo and Orellana provinces.
Saturday, May 10th 2025 - 07:58 UTC
Brazil eyes railroad to Chancay to facilitate trade with China

Brazilian and Chinese authorities are evaluating the construction of a railroad to the Chancay mega-port in Peru through Acre, near Bolivia, to Bahia on the Atlantic coast, which would reduce the maritime trade distance to Asia by approximately 10,000 kilometers while easing reliance on the congested port of Santos, Planning Minister Simone Tebet explained.
Thursday, May 8th 2025 - 15:20 UTC
Brazil’s new World Map sparks debate: A southern perspective on global geography

Brazil has launched a new world map that places the South American nation at the center of the world, challenging traditional Eurocentric perspectives. Released by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), the map is part of the country’s updated Geographical Atlas, emphasizing Brazil's prominence in global affairs.