Should Countries Provide a Universal Basic Income?
What would a Universal Basic Income system look like in Latin America and the Caribbean, and what unintended consequences might such a system bring?
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Will New Economic Measures Boost Argentina’s Macri?
Will Macri’s economic package alleviate Argentina’s economic woes, and will they win him support ahead of the October presidential election?
What More Can Latin America Do to Reduce Poverty?
What factors are shaping extreme poverty rates in the region, and how should governments confront this challenge?
What Does a Strong U.S. Dollar Mean for Latin America?
In January, U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. dollar was “too strong,” a departure from the past practice of U.S. presidents, who tried to avoid making such statements and influencing currency markets. How is the U.S. dollar’s relative strength affecting Latin American and Caribbean economies, and what would a weaker dollar mean for the region?
What’s at Stake as Macri Meets Today With Trump?
Argentine President Mauricio Macri meets today in Washington with his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump. How have U.S.-Argentine relations fared since Macri took office in late 2015, and where are they headed during Trump’s presidency?