Ecuador has much to offer the tourist. The spectacular Galapagos Islands have been famous since they were visited by Charles Darwin. Less well-known is the variety of landscapes and climates […]
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More Than Machu Picchu
Peru needs to encourage tourists to visit places other than the usual Inca attractions.
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From Boom to Bust…and Back Again?
Stability is back in the country’s turbulent financial system, but repairing confidence takes time.
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Promoting Aquaculture
Peru wants to develop fish farming as a complement to the well-established trawling industry.
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Banking Bounces Back
After being blacklisted by an international task force for failing to cooperate with anti money-laundering efforts, Panama’s banking sector has regained some stature and is poised for growth.
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Building on the US Legacy
Panama has not found it as easy as it had hoped to attract investment into areas once occupied by American troops. Development of the reverted areas has been plagued by false starts and delays.
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Challenges Ahead for Canal
Users of the Canal have enjoyed a smooth and efficient transition to Panamanian control. But tough investment decisions regarding expansion now loom.
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Regaining Confidence and Growth
Panama is struggling to convince the credit rating agencies and investors that it is correcting weaknesses in its fiscal and economic policies. But long-term investment opportunities are strong.
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Straightening Out the Future
With a history as an international finanacial services center, Panama is on the cusp of redefining its global role. Despite a stubborn economy and contentious politics, the country has the tools to proceed.
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Time to Re-Engineer
Bloated with debt, Mexico’s conglomerates have largely failed to reshape themselves into profitable, efficient companies capable of competing globally.