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Pope Leo XIV used the opening day of his first visit to Argentina in nearly four decades to urge political leaders to safeguard democracy, respect the limits of public power and ensure economic growth serves people. President Javier Milei defended his governing philosophy.
Mexican authorities say 20 people were detained in Zapopan, including a suspected cartel cell leader. A later report puts the figure at 21; the homicide allegations and US extradition request remain unresolved.
The Senate confirmed Jorge Schreiner and Fernando Rivarola to lead Paraguay’s central bank through the ueno aftermath. Repayments have started, but depositors and public pension funds still face unanswered questions.
Mexico has legislated a gradual move from 48 to 40 ordinary work hours by 2030, but its first mandatory two-hour cut will not arrive until January 2027.
Chile’s 27-hour Teletón marathon closed above its CLP 44.25 billion target. Here is what the total means for rehabilitation services—and why it should not be mistaken for a final annual record.
Executive Decree 529 allows lenders to defer instalments for flood-affected borrowers by up to 90 days. It is voluntary, requires agreement and does not cancel debt.
Paraguay’s Senate removed President Santiago Peña by a 44-vote impeachment decision after lawmakers failed to accept his announced resignation. Pedro Alliana has been sworn in.
Chile’s central bank is preparing consultations on low-value payments and payment-oriented stablecoins. Its November remarks explain the sequence, but no final new permission has been granted.
Brazil’s credit-guarantee fund disclosed unauthorized access to investor records on November 5, ten calendar days after identifying a suspected incident. What is known, and what remains open?
Paraguay has begun a formal resolution process for ueno bank after a capital shortfall. Deposit coverage is defined, but the timing and recovery of larger balances remain unsettled.
The government has filed Project 477/2026C, a wide fiscal package combining spending restraint and tax changes. It is a proposal for Congress, not a law or an approved savings plan.
Brazil's electoral court declared Lula the winner with 51.79% of valid votes, reversing a first-round deficit. The result secures a fourth presidential term, but a closely divided electorate and a difficult governing environment remain.