LatAm Weekly Roundup — March 28, 2025
This week, Argentina moved forward in its negotiations with the IMF, expecting $20 billion to strengthen its reserves, while Uruguay began Yamandú Orsi’s administration with a focus on social security and fiscal measures. In Japan, President Lula met with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to reinforce bilateral ties, discuss Mercosur trade, and enhance environmental cooperation. In Peru, President Dina Boluarte officially called general elections for April 2026, while in Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum criticized Donald Trump’s proposed unilateral sanctions on countries importing Venezuelan oil. Paraguay saw widespread protests led by peasants and unions demanding social and economic reforms, and Bolivia declared a national emergency after heavy rains caused deadly floods and affected hundreds of thousands of families.
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