LatAm Weekly Roundup — December 6, 2024
This week, Uruguay transitions to president-elect Yamandú Orsi, prioritizing ties with Brazil and naming Gabriel Oddone as Economy Minister. Argentina’s Javier Milei advocates for FTAs at the Mercosur summit while maintaining bloc membership. Mexico prepares a strategy to address mass deportations under Trump’s presidency. Chile advances tax reform to lower corporate tax for large companies and boost SME incentives. Peru extends Lima’s state of emergency as crime rates surge. Colombia’s Gustavo Petro calls for Finance Minister Ricardo Bonilla’s resignation over corruption allegations. Brazil’s Lula attends the Mercosur summit, focusing on the EU trade deal and meeting Uruguay’s ex-president, Mujica.
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