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Thursday, 12 February 2026
Thursday, 12 February 2026
BRAZIL: Lula’s lead narrowing in new electoral poll
On 11 February Brazilian polling firm Genial/Quaest released a pre-election survey which showed a drop in the lead of current frontrunner ahead of the October presidential race, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (Partido dos Trabalhadores, PT), against his main challenger, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (Partido Liberal, PL).
Thursday, 12 February 2026
BARBADOS: Mottley wins third term
On 11 February Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Mottley won a third term for the ruling Barbados Labour Party (BLP) in elections which took place earlier that day.
Thursday, 12 February 2026
MEXICO: Senate authorises entry of US marines for training exercises
On 11 February Mexico’s federal senate approved the entry of 19 US marines into Mexico for training purposes.
Thursday, 12 February 2026
ARGENTINA: Milei’s labour reform clears senate
On 11 February Argentina’s 72-seat senate approved President Javier Milei’s labour reform as protesters clashed with police outside the congress building.
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