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Latin America sees a conservative shift with fourteen presidential elections since 2023, eleven won by conservative forces.

Venezuela declares a state of emergency after devastating earthquakes.

Right-wing Colombian candidate De la Espriella's potential Sunday victory would restore Trump's regional influence while isolating Brazil's Lula, who would lose his key South American ally and remain aligned only with Mexico's Sheinbaum.

Uncertainty and social unrest spark unexpected mass movements in Argentina.

Zelensky accepted Lula's proposal to work towards a peace agreement at the G7 summit.

Brazilian President Lula warned Trump against meddling in October's elections while Trump supports Bolsonaro's son running against him. Meanwhile, Brazil's Supreme Court sentenced Bolsonaro's son Eduardo to over four years in prison for lobbying US sanctions against Brazil.

Brazilian President Lula attended the G7 summit in France to position himself as the Global South's voice, seeking to counter U.S. trade barriers including a 25 percent tariff on Brazilian exports while pursuing new commercial alliances with Japan and Europe.

Brazil's annual inflation accelerated to 4.72% in May despite President Lula's fiscal subsidies on fuel, driven by rising food prices amid Middle East tensions and October elections, pressuring his economic strategy and reelection campaign.

The Americas face various challenges including corruption and vaccination issues.

Brazil's President Lula thanks China for accepting its beef and vows to sell elsewhere after US tariffs.

Brazilian President Lula denounced U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a Latin American adversary after Washington proposed twenty-five percent tariffs on Brazilian exports, escalating tensions following Trump's recent White House meeting with Lula.

Abelardo de la Espriella wins Colombia's first presidential round with 43.62% of the vote.

Trump's plan to send 5,000 US soldiers to Poland relieved European allies but raised doubts about US strategy within NATO.

Diario PERFIL's Sunday edition covers various topics including politics and sports.

If Jair Bolsonaro was Trump of the Tropics, is Lula the Bossa Nova Biden?

Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiyono urged BRICS to actively maintain global peace and reform international governance at New Delhi's Foreign Ministers' Meeting, emphasizing developing nations' voices matter in shaping future world order while addressing UN peacekeeper safety.

Lula meets Trump in a state visit focused on economic development with social growth.

A charismatic right-wing movement has consolidated power across Latin America, with Abelardo de la Espriella's recent Colombian victory exemplifying a dozen-nation trend combining religious appeals, anti-feminism, and alignment with Trump's geopolitical agenda.

South America is shifting to the right with several countries electing conservative governments.

Brazil's president Lula criticized Neymar for not playing in the World Cup, saying he does "home office".

Brasil defeated Haiti 3-0 in the 2026 World Cup with a strong first half performance.

Brazil faces a deep political transition as the 2026 presidential election approaches.

Lula warns Trump to stay out of Brazil's elections, citing respect for sovereignty.

The Americas face economic and corruption challenges amid political tensions and social issues.

Former Argentine ambassador Juan Pablo Lohlé criticized his country's foreign policy, asserting Argentina erred by granting China a Patagonia observatory instead of joining BRICS, advocating balanced China relations over ideologically-driven decisions.

The Americas face various challenges including corruption and health issues amid political tensions.

Brazil's President Lula rejects new US tariffs, saying he cannot accept the treatment his country received.

The Trump administration proposed 25 percent tariffs on Brazilian imports, citing unfair trade practices, despite the U.S. maintaining a trade surplus with Brazil, sparking retaliation threats from President Lula.

The Left Front rules out an alliance with Peronism to face Milei in 2027 elections.

President Lula seeks Trump investment in Brazil's rare earth sector, where the nation holds 21 million tonnes of reserves, third globally, with advantageous ionic clay deposits offering lower processing costs and reduced radioactive waste compared to competing jurisdictions.

Brazilian President Lula told the Washington Post that his personal relationship with Trump can prevent additional tariffs and sanctions, emphasizing Brazil demands equal respect while positioning himself as a mediator in global conflicts.

Brazilian President Lula met with Trump for three hours, declaring relations "stabilized" after prior tensions over tariffs and political disputes. The meeting reflects improved ties as the US seeks rare earth access and regional influence.

Brazil launches a massive anti-organised crime initiative with R$11 billion investment to dismantle criminal networks.

Brazil releases March service sector data and the US reports April industrial production Friday, with Brazil's services growing 0.5% year-over-year and US manufacturing expected to rise 0.3% monthly, amid Trump's tariff volatility reshaping global trade patterns.

Latin America has shifted dramatically rightward since Javier Milei's November 2023 victory in Argentina, with right-wing candidates winning 11 of 13 subsequent presidential elections. Economic mismanagement under leftist governments, pandemic fallout, Venezuelan collapse driving migration, and renewed U.S. strategic focus on the region drove this ideological realignment across the continent.

Brazilian justice ordered the removal of Doña María, a fake AI-created influencer.

Brazil President Lula jokingly calls Neymar a "home office player" due to his injury issues during the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Brazil's President Lula mocked Neymar as the world's first home office footballer due to his long injury.

Brazil's President Lula jokingly suggested signing Lionel Messi to improve the team's World Cup performance.

Cristina Kirchner marks one year of house arrest, seeking a political exit.

LatAm political news and sports updates are highlighted in the Friday reading list.

Supporters of Cristina Kirchner gather to demand her freedom, criticizing absent leaders.

Brazilian political analyst Leandro Gabiati suggests that rising U.S. influence in Latin America, ideological tensions, and electoral polarization are reshaping regional democracies, with voters increasingly mobilized by rejection of specific leaders rather than positive political identification.

Argentina's IAEF annual congress revealed geopolitical tensions reshaping business discourse, as libertarian officials expressed discomfort with Rafael Grossi's potential UN Secretary-General candidacy despite backing his multilateral governance approach.

Brazil's chief diplomatic advisor Celso Amorim warns that early 2026 escalations, including the US-Israel war against Iran that disrupted global oil trade and killed its leader, signal the collapse of multilateral order into lawlessness replacing diplomacy with military force.

Queen Máxima completed the first part of her military training in the Netherlands.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso's visit to Mexico sparks controversy and highlights a transnational ultraconservative network.

Oil, jobs, and industry: ABESPETRO executive explains why Brazil has not yet reached the development of wealthy countries

Brazil's 20% import tax on packages under $50, implemented August 2024, reduced international online purchases by 59% among consumers, with 18.3% stopping entirely, though domestic retail also declined sharply, prompting President Lula to revoke the tax amid industry backlash over competitiveness concerns.

Government opens credit taps in election mode, potentially spending R$ 200 billion.