This article is published in association with United Nations. Climate change could push at least 5.9 million more children and young people in Latin America and the Caribbean into poverty by 2030 unless governments act now. Even worse, the number could triple if countries do not meet their commitments to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and […]Latin America and Caribbean: Millions more children could face poverty due to climate change
August 28, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Climate change could push at least 5.9 million more children and young people in Latin America and the Caribbean into poverty by 2030 unless governments act now. Even worse, the number could triple if countries do not meet their commitments to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and […]How Artificial Intelligence Can Boost Productivity in Latin America
March 21, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with IMF. Bas B. Bakker, Sophia Chen, Dmitry Vasilyev Latin America and the Caribbean has long been a region with one of the most informal labor markets. A large part of the workforce is outside of the formal economy, leaving many people without access to benefits and protections. Informal businesses […]Why Latin America Needs Lower Deficits and Stronger Fiscal Rules
December 27, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with IMF. Public debt in Latin America’s major economies is on pace to average 55 percent of gross domestic product this year, up significantly from 34 percent in 2013 (when the region’s commodity boom ended) and reversing the improvements achieved in the earlier part of this century. The regional figure […]Cybersecurity lessons from Latin America’s battle against ransomware threats
May 3, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Belisario Contreras, Senior Director, Global Security and Technology Strategy, Venable Latin American nations are intensifying their efforts to combat the growing threat of ransomware attacks, showcasing a defensive stance and a proactive approach to enhancing cyber resilience and […]These maps show deforestation and much more across Latin America – here’s how they can help counter the climate crisis
September 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ewan Thomson, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Measuring environmental progress or decline is a challenging task that MapBiomas – a collaborative network of more than 70 organizations in Brazil and 14 other countries – has been undertaking since 1985.Its […]Demographic change in Latin America and health aging
August 25, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Raúl Pérez Gamboa and Ms. Nayeli Esmeralda Avalos Celis, two medical students studying for their surgeon degree at the Faculty of Human Medicine Campus IV of the Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas. They are affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. […]Global Gateway: EU and Latin America and the Caribbean step up action to promote inclusive and equal societies
July 14, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Ahead of the EU-CELAC Leaders’ Summit, Commissioner for International Partnerships, Jutta Urpilainen, announced a new EU programme worth €60 million to step up action against inequalities and to promote inclusive and equal societies in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Commissioner made the announcement […]Reviving growth in Latin America means building capability: This is how to do it
June 30, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: William Maloney, Chief Economist for Latin America and the Caribbean, World Bank Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean are questioning their economic model. Chile’s President Gabriel Boric spoke of “burying” it, while Colombia’s Gustavo Petro warned of […]New Agenda to strengthen EU’s partnership with Latin America and the Caribbean
June 8, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the High Representative and the European Commission have adopted a Joint Communication setting out a New Agenda for Relations between the EU and Latin America and the Caribbean. It proposes a stronger and modernised strategic partnership, through reinforced political engagement, boosting trade and […]How to promote the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Latin America
March 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Carlos David Carrasco Muro The implications of building societies based on information and knowledge are not fully known to most people. Put simply, it is difficult to achieve comprehensive or holistic visions around technological advances. Latin America is no […]Here’s what talks about a common currency for Latin America mean for globalization
March 1, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dimitri Zabelin, Associate, LSE IDEAS Argentina and Brazil recently announced preliminary plans to form a common currency known as the ‘sur’, meaning south, to be used in bilateral trade-related transactions in Latin America. For the time being, it would […]These are the best Latin American universities
February 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Stephen Hall, Writer, Formative Content Latin America represents 8.5% of the world population and produces 8.7% of the planet’s GDP, according to University World News. But the region’s education system has some significant challenges compounded by the impacts of […]5 leaders on how Latin America is driving sustainability across its value chains
October 24, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Felipe Bezamat, Head of Advanced Manufacturing Industry, World Economic Forum, Thales Panza de Paula, Acting Head, Regional Business Engagement, Latin America, World Economic Forum Global Value Chains (GVCs) have been one of the primary driving forces behind the […]EU launches first ever overseas aid stockpile in Latin America and the Caribbean
October 14, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Following his recent visit to Colombia, Commissioner for Crisis Management Janez Lenarčič is visiting Panama on the second leg of his stay in Latin America and the Caribbean. On the occasion, the Commissioner announced €153 million in humanitarian aid for the region as a […]Overheating megacities are a climate problem and solution – a Latin America case study
September 1, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Robert Muggah, Co-founder, SecDev Group and Co-founder, Igarapé Institute, Mac Margolis, Washington Post Columnist and Associate, Igarapé Institute It can seem like climate change affects all communities equally. From flash floods and wildfires to record-breaking heat waves, its […]How data can future-proof healthcare in Latin America
August 9, 2021 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Rolf Hoenger, Head, Latin America, Roche Pharmaceuticals COVID-19 has exposed weaknesses in Latin America’s health systems that make them vulnerable to future health crises.Some countries in the region are embracing a data-driven approach to healthcare – showing it’s […]Less than 50% of Latin America has fixed broadband. Here are 3 ways to boost the region’s digital access
July 21, 2021 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Franz Drees-Gross, Director of Infrastructure, Latin America and Caribbean Region, World Bank & Pepe Zhang, Associate Director, Atlantic Council’s Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center • Latin America and the Caribbean have uneven and costly digital access. • Promoting […]Universal Health Coverage in Palliative Care: a long way to go in Latin America
April 30, 2021 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Sebastian Abanto-Urbano, a 5th year medical student at Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal in Lima, Perú. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writers and do not […]Impact investing in Latin America and addressing the ‘missing middle’
March 22, 2021 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Justin Schwartz, Managing Director , IMPAQTO Capital & Michelle Arévalo-Carpenter, CEO, IMPAQTO Impact investing has existed for more than a decade, but its role in post-pandemic reconstruction gives it a whole new level of relevance. Impact investing has […]How a different kind of investment could transform Latin America
July 28, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Eric Parrado, Chief Economist; General Manager, Research Department, Inter-American Development Bank & Bridget Hoffmann, Economist, Inter-American Development Bank & Tristany Armangue i Jubert, Research Fellow, Inter-American Development Bank The pandemic is ravaging Latin America, but it also offers […]Why support for Latin America’s early tech hubs is vital for the region
July 2, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Greg Mitchell, Regional Director, Angel Ventures Many venture capitalists in Latin America are supporting existing companies on their portfolio but shying away from new deals. The current slowdown could prove particularly damaging to smaller start-up ecosystems, such as […]This Latin American country is keeping COVID-19 firmly under control. How?
May 7, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content Costa Rica, where Latin America’s first COVID-19 case was reported, is one of the most successful nations in the fight against the coronavirus. Its infection and death rates are lower than that […]How green investment will help Latin America and the world fight climate change
January 2, 2020 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Luis Alberto Moreno, President, Inter-American Development Bank Climate change is having a dramatic effect on Latin America and the Caribbean. Most people in the region view climate change as a major peril. Costa Rica, Chile and 21 regional […]EU mobilises further €15.2 million humanitarian support for food safety, epidemics preparedness and support to people in conflict areas in Latin America and Caribbean
December 19, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Union has allocated a further €15.2 million in assistance to Latin America and the Caribbean. This support will focus on food assistance in El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras, support to forcibly displaced Venezuelans and host communities, and essential needs and nutritional support […]Humanitarian Aid: EU announces €18.5 million additional package for Latin America and the Caribbean
July 24, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. As numerous natural disasters threaten vulnerable communities in the Latin American and Caribbean region, the Commission has announced today new humanitarian funding of €18.5 million. This includes €15 million to support preparedness of local communities and institutions for natural disasters throughout the region: Central […]Latin America is a mass-transit powerhouse. But it needs fine-tuning
June 28, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Michelle Avary, Project Head, Autonomous and Urban Mobility, World Economic Forum Latin America and the Caribbean are experiencing rapid rates of urbanization, population growth and income growth, with matching increased demand for mobility services. Within the last 50 […]EU, Latin America and the Caribbean: Partnering for prosperity, democracy, resilience and global governance
April 18, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Union is strengthening its political partnership with Latin America and the Caribbean by focusing it on four priorities – prosperity, democracy, resilience and effective global governance – for common future. The vision for a stronger and modernised bi-regional partnership focused on trade, […]IMF: All you want to know about Argentina
June 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the International Monetary Fund Written by IMF staff Frequently asked questions about Argentina, June 7, 2018 How much money will be disbursed to Argentina to support the new economic plan? Argentina and IMF staff have reached an agreement on an economic plan that can be supported by […]Latin America’s cities are ready to take off. But their infrastructure is failing them
June 7, 2018 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the strategic cooperation of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Robert Muggah, Research Director, Igarapé Institute Latin America is the planet’s most urbanized region. In just over a generation – between 1950 and 2010 – the proportion of people living in cities grew from 30% to more than 85%. […]‘Safe Eurobonds’: a new trick to betray the south euro area countries
February 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
All along the years after the 2008-2010 financial crisis, which in the European Union took the form banking/government debt breakdowns starting with Greece, there were cries for the creation of a solid Eurozone. In every respect, these calls amounted to demands that super prosperous Germany accepts some degree of risk-sharing with the rest of the […]Deutsche Bank: the next financial crisis is here and the lenders need €150 billion from taxpayers
July 14, 2016 by 1 Comment
Last Monday David Folkerts-Landau, the chief economist of Deutsche Bank, the ailing largest lender of Germany, in an interview with the prestigious newspaper ‘Die Welt’ stated that European banks must be subsidized with €150 billion in rescue money to recapitalize. Obviously, it will be the taxpayers to once more provide the capital the euro area […]
