South American Affairs
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Chilean Wine and U.S. Trade Policy
In: Chile
By: Melanie Zoltan
From 1995 to 2005 Chilean vineyard grew from 12 to 70. Chilean wine and U.S trade policy is critical for wine exports, inclusion in wine clubs, and continued growth. more...
In: Colombia
By: Melanie Zoltan
Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC), known as the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia in English, uses violence in Colombia to achieve political goals. more...
In: Chile
By: Melanie Zoltan
Michelle Bachelet, the first female president of Chile and a strong left-leaning politician, has changed the dynamics of foreign investment in the southern cone. more...
Argentine Government Restructuring Debt
In: Argentina
By: Melanie Zoltan
In 2002, Argentina defaulted on foreign debt, triggering the "Argentine Crisis." Will the 2009 Argentine government debt restructuring plan change foreign affairs? more...
Famous Peruvians from Peruvian Sports
In: Peru
By: Tony Dunnell
Here are the most famous Peruvians in world sport - famous Peruvian sports celebrities who are held in high regard amongst the most famous people from Peru. more...
Mining Cerro Rico in Potosi, Bolivia
In: Bolivia
By: Tony Dunnell
The miners of Potosi, Bolivia, some 9-years-old, struggle to make a living in the harsh conditions within the Cerro Rico mines with out-dated Bolivia mining techniques. more...
President Lula Will Not Run for Third Term
In: Brazil
By: Luke Broadbent
The President of Brazil, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, reaffirms the fact that he has no desire to seek re-election for a third consecutive term. more...
Colombia Ethanol Aided By Government Regulations
In: Colombia
By: Michael Mackey
Supported by Bogota Colombia is becoming a big ethanol producer but strong domestic demand make it an unlikely exporter - but it will help the US bloc in South America. more...
President Evo Morales Ends Hunger Strike
In: Bolivia
By: Carey Hogg
President Morales ended his 5-day hunger strike on April 14, 2009 after Congress passed a new law allowing him to stand for re-election in December's general elections. more...
Colombian Government Profile 2009
In: Colombia
The nation is most noted for its continuous battle with drug cartels, fueled by the high demand in the U.S. Despite its problems, Colombia is working towards stability. more...
Republic of Peru Government Profile 2009
In: Peru
Peru is an area most notable for its ancient Andean civilizations. The Inca's were the most prominent group that were captured and destroyed by the Spanish in 1533. more...
Ecuador Government Profile 2009
In: Ecuador
The Republic of Ecuador was once part of the northern Incan Empire before the Spanish conquered the area in 1533. Before becoming Ecuador the area was known as Quito. more...
In: Colombia
By: Richard McColl
With violent crime on the rise and the ugly face of terrorism once again raising its profile in Bogota, what will the city's Mayor Samuel Moreno do? more...
Russia and Venezuela Move Closer Together
In: Venezuela
By: Phillip Barea
Russia is actively seeking new partners in the region, and Venezuela is eager to help. However, the United States remains confident in its regional hegemony. more...
