Stories for September 8th 2023

Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:56 UTC
Maduro to visit China “and other friendly countries”

Venezuela's National Assembly gave the green light for President Nicolás Maduro to leave the country on an international tour of “friendly” nations, it was reported in Caracas.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:51 UTC
Argentina: Export taxes lifted from industrialized agriculture products

Argentina's Economy Minister and presidential candidate Sergio Massa Thursday announced the lifting of all export taxes to the sales abroad of regional economy products with added value, it was reported in Buenos Aires. The measure favors the agro-industrial sector which features over 1,200,000 registered workers.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:45 UTC
Chile: Boric and former presidents sign declaration against dictatorship

Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font and his four living predecessors Thursday signed a so-called “commitment for democracy” document as the 50th anniversary of the coup d'état that brought General Augusto Pinochet Ugarte to power between 1973 and 1990 looms over.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:40 UTC
Argentine President assures Chile a natural gas supply through 2024

Argentine President Alberto Fernández Thursday said his country would guarantee the supply of natural gas to neighboring Chile until Dec. 31, 2024, it was reported in Buenos Aires. With Bolivia's production declining, South America is looking to Vaca Muerta as a possible source, it was also explained. Between January and July, Argentina sold Chile US$ 556 million worth of natural gas, an 86.8% growth from the same period last year.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:35 UTC
Lula headed for G20 Summit

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his entourage are due in New Delhi later Friday to participate in this coming weekend's Summit of G20 leaders, during which he is expected to deliver three speeches and take over the group's pro tempore presidency.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:31 UTC
Falklands delegation present at Gibraltar National Day on Sunday

A group of eighteen members from the House of Commons and the House of Lords will be in Gibraltar this week on a working visit for National Day, Sunday September 10. They will coincide with a separate delegation of leaders from the British Overseas Territories, including Falkland Islands representatives who will engage in preparatory work with a view to the next meeting of the Joint Ministerial Council with the UK in November.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:30 UTC
Gibraltar announces plans for a new cruise liner terminal

Gibraltar has plans to build a new cruise terminal, Minister for Tourism, Vijay Daryanani made the announcement. The new state of the art facility will replace the current one, comprising of two floors and a roof top. Sustainability aspects are also being worked on.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:22 UTC
Violence against reporters on the rise in Ecuador

Death threats against the media doubled in Ecuador from last year's figures, three press associations denounced in Quito Thursday during a press conference. At least 15 journalists have received life-threatening messages amid growing violence nationwide.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:14 UTC
Falklands: joint helicopter/offshore patrol vessel logistics exercises

HMS Medway, a Batch 2 River-class offshore patrol vessel, has recently conducted a joint training exercise with Bristow Search and Rescue off the Falkland Islands. The collaboration involved the mastering of winching drills.
Friday, September 8th 2023 - 10:01 UTC
Investments That Pay Off: Latin America’s Response to Recent Global Shocks

By Rodrigo Valdes, IMF Director of the Western Hemisphere Department

The region, which successfully navigated economic turmoil, now must boost inclusive growth, reduce debt, and capitalize on new opportunities. Praise for policies implemented by the LA5 Brazil, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Mexico and also Uruguay, Dominican Republic, Paraguay and Costa Rica.