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In Memory of His Holiness Pope Francis
Monday April 21, 2025
The Pan American Association of Philadelphia joins the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness...
Elections for President in Ecuador
Thursday February 13, 2025
Daniel Noboa, the 37 year old current president of Ecuador, failed to get a plurality of the votes i...
Save the Date: Judge Nelson A. Díaz Professorship Series at Temple Law – Featuring Anthony Romero
Tuesday February 4, 2025
On March 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM, Temple University Beasley School of Law will host the Annual Judge Ne...
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The Pan American Association provides News & Notes for the Philadelphia community and for all those interested in developing a better understanding of the vibrant and deep relationship between the United States and the people of the Americas. For over 80 years the Pan American Association has been the preeminent forum for dialogue in the Delaware Valley on a relationship which is intensifying daily. We hope that News & Updates will serve as a solid bridge of communication among all the countries of the Americas. Never in history has the need for such a dialogue been greater than it is today.
Bolivia: future of climate change?
Bolivian lake disappears. Various causes contributed, including climate change, according to experts.
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OAS Leader: New Voice
Secretary General of the Organization of American States, Luis Almagro of Uruguay, is making the organization relevant again by denouncing violations of human rights and democratic practice.
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Brazil's Economic Downturn
Not long ago Brazil was hailed as an economic powerhouse, surpassing the United Kingdom in ranking of gross national product. For a variety of reasons the economy has contracted. The Economist magazine analyzes the reasons and speculates about the future.
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What Venezuelans Should Do
The prestigious International Crisis Group analyzes options for Venezuelans in the aftermath of electoral victory by the opposition. Much depends on the opposition staying together and the Maduro government accepting the new reality.
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US Trade with Latin America
The report surveys patterns in US trade with Latin America. The charts and the narrative point to important aspects of trade and investment. For example, Canada and Mexico comprise the largest merchandise trade partners in the Americas. The rest of Latin America accounts for a small 9.2% of US global trade.
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Bolsa Familia Succeeds
Attached is an excellent article on Brazil's creative anti-poverty program.
It has raised up millions from poverty. The program has been adapted by a number of countries and enhanced Brazil's soft power around the globe.
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Cuba Not Freer
According to Washington Post veteran Latin American reporter Charles Lane, little has changed in Cuba in terms of freedom since the agreement to reestablish full relations with the United States.
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Property Claims Cuba
US and Cuban diplomats are discussing the $1.9 billion in claims that Americans have against Cuba for properties seized by the Cuban government after Castro seized power.
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Opposition Margin in Venezuela
The opposition to the Maduro government claims that it’s close to achieving and absolute legislative majority, 112 seats. This is the first time that the government has not controlled the legislature, having already dominated the executive and how Maduro and company will respond to the loss of power.
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Coming Turmoil in Latin Ameica
The distinguished Venezuelan intellectual, Moisé Naím, argues that the period of prosperity in Latin America, 2004 to 2013, is yielding to slow growth. This will hurt the middle class an may bring what he calls “corrosive social conflict, government paralysis, and political instability.”
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