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Friday, 03 July 2026
BRAZIL: Flávio Bolsonaro criticises Mercosur trade rules
On 2 July Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (Partido Liberal, PL), the main right-wing contender in the October presidential election, called for Brazil to free itself from the constraints of the Mercosur regional trade bloc and negotiate trade agreements independently with the US.
Friday, 03 July 2026
NICARAGUA: Alarm over detained bishop
On 2 July US-based non-profit organisation Freedom House added to existing concern expressed regarding the detention of Monsignor Juan Abelardo Mata, an 80-year-old Nicaraguan bishop.
Friday, 03 July 2026
MEXICO: Gov’t upbeat despite USMCA blow
On 2 July Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum downplayed the US’ decision not to extend the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by 16 years, highlighting that the trade deal would remain in place for another 10 years.
Friday, 03 July 2026
CHILE: Kast seeks coalition unity after senate setback
On 2 July Chile’s President José Antonio Kast urged parties allied with his far-right government to focus on the main priorities facing the country, especially security and unemployment.
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