America Peru The country’s top prosecutor’s office launched an investigation on new President Dina Boluarte, as deadly protests have swept the state following the ouster of former President Pedro Castillo, leaving over 40 people dead
America Mexico Authorities arrested Ovidio Guzmán López, a son of Joaquín Guzmán Loera, the infamous crime lord known as El Chapo; the government claimed a victory in its efforts to combat violence during one of the most dangerous periods in its recent history
America Honduras The government extended its ongoing state of emergency for another 45 days, and has also expanded it to additional areas of the country in an effort to fight criminal gangs amid high levels of violence
America Brazil Authorities have detained over 1.500 people after supporters of former president Jair Bolsonaro stormed government buildings in Brasília as a way to protest what they believe was a “false election”
America Argentina The government extended its state of “environmental emergency” throughout its territory for another year, with the aim of continuing to adopt urgent measures to combat its ongoing wildfires
America El Salvador This past year the country broke its personal record for renewable energy generation, by producing 83% of its total electricity through sustainable means
America Guyana Over 600 fish species were found and documented during research efforts conducted by local biologists; the research conducted will be used to inform state decisions about areas where specific fish species need to be protected
America Panama In 2022 the country nearly doubled the irregular migrants crossing its border on the way to the US, reaching approximately 250.000 migrants, over half of them being Venezuelan
America Belize The country’s soybean production is projected to break its yield record this year, with an additional 31% of soybean yield that will contribute to the country’s exports
America Suriname In order to continue its fight against illegal fishing, the state has passed a legislation that prohibits fishing vessels to set sail without a fishing license, and includes severe repercussions for those who violate such regulation
America Antigua and Barbuda If successful at the polls, the United Progressive Party has pledged to promptly implement a series of new policies, including the abolition of work permits for Caricom citizens
America Barbados The Youth Elevation Scheme - a 10-week programme supported by the Rotary Club of Barbados - recently held its graduation ceremony; this cohort's theme was Fundamental Values
America Saint Lucia The country has suspended the ban on sugary drinks in schools "until further notice", in a note sent to all primary and secondary school headmasters