Latin America

Thursday, October 21st 2010 - 07:26 UTC
Piñera seals in Paris wide-ranging “strategic alliance” with France

Chilean president Sebastian Piñera announced Wednesday in Paris a wide-ranging “strategic alliance” with France following a meeting with President Nicholas Sarkozy. Piñera arrived Tuesday from London and later in the week is scheduled to travel to Germany.
Wednesday, October 20th 2010 - 03:40 UTC
Miners claim rumblings anticipated collapse but were refused request to leave

A Chilean legislative commission is investigating reports that mining operators ignored danger warnings from a man who was later among 33 later trapped when a mine collapsed.
Wednesday, October 20th 2010 - 03:14 UTC
Strong recovery in Latin America but eye on overheating warns IMF

With many Latin American and Caribbean economies recovering faster than anticipated, the challenge for policymakers is ensuring a moderation in domestic demand to avoid overheating, the IMF said.
Wednesday, October 20th 2010 - 00:52 UTC
IMF: imperative for Latinamerica to cut growth of public spending

The International Monetary Fund once again warned Latin American nations with fast growing economies of the risk of “overheating” due to strong domestic demand, which would cause “inflation and widening of current account deficits.”
Tuesday, October 19th 2010 - 03:06 UTC
Piñera wants to reaffirm Chile/UK close alliance well into the XXI century

Capitalizing on the wave of international admiration for the miners’ rescue, Chilean President Sebastian Piñera began Monday in 10 Downing Street his official two day visit to Great Britain underlining the close links and longstanding alliance between Chile and Britain.
Monday, October 18th 2010 - 22:47 UTC
Next Chilean ambassador to China promises to boost agriculture exports

Luis Schmidt, the recently appointed Chilean ambassador to China, is already speaking out about his goals and needs as ambassador to the country that has become Chile's largest trading partner. Last month he attended the closing of the World Expo in Shanghai and in January will relocate to China
Monday, October 18th 2010 - 22:42 UTC
Brazil becomes magnet for Chilean investors; trade in 2010 soars 66%

This year Brazil has emerged as Chile's largest trading partner in South America and one of the most important destinations for Chile's investment. Overall, trade between Brazil and Chile has grown 66%, while Brazil replaced Colombia as second highest location for Chilean Investment.
Monday, October 18th 2010 - 04:00 UTC
Chile and Britain’s friendship has “deep historical roots”, says President Piñera

Chile and Britain’s friendship has deep historical roots and is projected into the future, said Chilean president Sebastian Piñera in London who on Monday is scheduled to meet PM David Cameron and later a trip to Buckingham palace for an audience with the Queen.
Monday, October 18th 2010 - 00:58 UTC
US drillers who reached the miners receive heroes welcome

Four United States drillers who helped free 33 Chilean miners from two months of confinement underground returned home to Colorado Saturday. The men were greeted by more than a dozen family members, who anxiously awaited their return.
Monday, October 18th 2010 - 00:45 UTC
Falklands sends letter of support to Chile for the “fantastic” rescue of miners

The Falkland Islands elected government sent a letter of support to Chilean President Sebastian Piñera and the people of Chile for the “fantastic work” carried out in the rescue of the 33 miners.