News from South America
MercoPress South Atlantic News Agency
- Falklands, Legislative Assembly portfolio assignments
on January 15, 2026The Falkland Islands elected Legislative Assembly has agreed a revised portfolio system for the 2025-2029 term. Following the December 2025 General Election, Members reviewed the structure to improve focus, and align related policy areas.
- Peru: Case dropped against Keiko Fujimori heralds new presidential bid?
on January 14, 2026A Peruvian court has dismissed all charges in the "Cocktails" case against former Presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori, clearing the way for the Fuerza Popular leader to make another try this year.
- US military intervention in Iran more likely by the hour
on January 14, 2026The White House signaled Tuesday a potential shift toward military intervention in Iran, as human rights monitors warned of a staggering death toll and imminent mass executions.
- Wellington Cesar becomes Brazil's new Justice Minister
on January 14, 2026Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva confirmed on Tuesday the appointment of Wellington César Lima e Silva as the new Minister of Justice and Public Security in lieu of the resigning Ricardo Lewandowski, who cited personal reasons and political hurdles.
- Pressure mounts for Foreign med students in Paraguay to be proficient in Spanish and Guarani
on January 14, 2026The Paraguayan Medical Circle (CPM) has issued a formal demand for strict linguistic competency requirements for all foreign medical students. The guild insists that non-native speakers must obtain official certifications in Spanish and Guaraní as a prerequisite for enrollment and clinical practice.
- Boric endorsing Bachelet for UN top post beyond his own term
on January 14, 2026Chile’s outgoing President Gabriel Boric Font confirmed on Tuesday that his administration would formalize the candidacy of former President Michelle Bachelet for Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN).
- No more buildings casting shadows on Rio beaches
on January 14, 2026Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes signed this week a new law prohibiting the construction of any building that casts shadows on the city’s sand or boardwalks, a measure unanimously approved by the City Council last month.
- Falklands’ oil industry expansion, Navitas to farm adjacent Sea Lion development
on January 14, 2026Eco (Atlantic) Oil &Gas Ltd, the Canadian exploration company focused on the offshore Atlantic Margins, announced that Navitas Petroleum LP (“Navitas”), with whom Eco signed a Framework
- 12 Business Ideas for College Students That Actually Work
on January 14, 2026College is more than lectures and exams. For many students, it's also the best time to test-drive a business idea. With flexible schedules, built-in networks, and the hunger to hustle, there's no better environment to learn how to earn.
- Falklands Legislative moves from Gilbert House to Sulivan House
on January 13, 2026The Office of the elected Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly has formally relocated to Sulivan House on Ross Road, Stanley. Gilbert House is no longer in use for Assembly business. The Legislative Assembly thanks all involved in the process of moving offices, and making Sulivan House ready for use for the new Assembly.