America Venezuela The Trump administration revoked Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 600.000 Venezuelans, reversing a Biden-era extension to 2026, leaving many fearing deportation in two months despite ongoing instability in Venezuela
America Suriname Suriname, with support from the Netherlands' Institute for Sound and Vision, is working to digitize its deteriorating audiovisual archives, safeguarding invaluable cultural heritage at risk due to tropical climate condition
America Panama Panama is developing a master plan for a cross-border train connecting David to Costa Rica, focusing on passenger, cargo, and tourism benefits, with US firm AECOM conducting studies to finalize the route, costs, and environmental impact
America Costa Rica Restrictions have been tightened at Poás Volcano National Park due to heightened volcanic activity; safety measures include closing trails and ongoing monitoring by Costa Rica government agencies
America Colombia After tensions over Colombia’s refusal to accept deportation flights, President Petro agreed to US terms, allowing 201 deportees to return, easing threats of mutual tariffs, which had alarmed Colombian exporters reliant on the US
America Honduras A urgent CELAC summit to address migration and regional unity amidst US anti-immigration measures has been called by Honduras' President Xiomara Castro
America Guatemala The Trump administration began its deportation campaign from the US by using military transport planes for sending migrants back to Guatemala; the move is seen as sending a "clear message" that illegal immigration will lead to severe consequences
America Guyana Guyana has been invited to chair a new global coalition of emerging oil producers, including countries like Ghana and Suriname, due to its successful management of the oil and gas sector
America Saint Lucia A Boat Masters Training Programme is underway in Saint Lucia; focusing on improving the safety of fishers at sea and enhancing efficiency - ensuring catch is properly stored and safe for public consumption - it is part of a wider 'Blue Economy' program
America Antigua and Barbuda Two entrepreneurs from Antigua and Barbuda have been selected to participate in the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative, a prestigious programme that connects emerging business leaders from the Caribbean and Latin America with counterparts in the US
America Bahamas The pending industry agreements with the Bahamas Physician's Union and the Consultant Physician Staff Association could be finalised and signed by early February according to Labour Minister Pia Glover-Rolle
America Argentina Recent government reports revealed that Argentina ended 2024 with a record trade surplus of US$18,9 billion, driven by a 19,4% export increase and a 17,5% drop in imports, reversing a US$6,9 billion deficit in 2023
America Brazil Government condemned the US for deporting 88 Brazilians in handcuffs on a flight lacking water and AC, calling it a "flagrant disregard" for human rights, and demanded an explanation from the Trump administration