South American Affairs
All contributors in South American Affairs
A Miner's Life in Potosi, Bolivia
In: Bolivia
By: Tony Dunnell
The miners of Potosi, some barely 9-years-old, struggle to make a living while trying to stay alive in the harsh conditions within the Cerro Rico mines. 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...
In: Venezuela
By: Greg Reeson
Venezuela's latest purchase of advanced weaponry from Russia could significantly alter the balance of military forces in the United States' backyard. more...
Brazil Works Hard for Global Warming
In: Brazil
By: Andrew Woolford
Though Brazil is exempt from the immediate restrictions under the United Nations Framework for Climate Change, the country has reduced the emissions of CO2 by 13 tons. more...
Ingrid Betancourt and American Contractors Freed
In: Colombia
By: Richard McColl
Former Colombian presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt, 3 American contractors and 11 key military officials are freed in southeastern Colombia. more...
Ingrid Betancourt - FARC Hostage
In: Colombia
By: Richard McColl
International pressure is mounting on the FARC to release the desperately ill former Presidential candidate they are holding in the jungle - Colombia waits... more...
In: Colombia
By: Richard McColl
With all the ruckus in the Colombian political arena we look at one factor that has risen its ugly head in recent months once again - international terrorist cooperation. more...
