Latin america
Latin American lawmakers unite in Montevideo to confront rising antisemitism
The gathering culminated in a joint declaration by participants committing to coordinated regional action, which included fighting antisemitism
Between Israel and Latin America, Ilan Goldfajn builds a quiet economic bridge
US push for Western Hemisphere dominance could extend to Cuba and Nicaragua, experts say
Strauss coffee initiative brews opportunity for women farmers in the Global South
Proposed US bill pushes for Hezbollah ban in Latin America
The preamble explained that Hezbollah was growing its infrastructure in Peru, Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, with a focus on infiltrating criminal networks.
Bolivia recognizes CAM for work combating antisemitism in Latin America
“Proud of Shay Salamon, who leads all of our Hispanic and Latin American initiatives at [Combat Antisemitism Movement]," said CAM CEO Sacha Roytman.
Argentina honors slain Bibas mother and children, declaring two days of national mourning
In Buenos Aires, the Planetarium, the Woman’s Bridge, the Usina del Arte, and the Lezama Palace will be illuminated. The city’s iconic Obelisk changed to illuminate images of Shiri and her two sons.
Global fintech company Airwallex expands its operations in Latin America
CEO Or Liban: "Airwallex is committed to providing Israeli companies with the ability to expand their businesses into Latin American countries, particularly Brazil and Mexico."
Latin Americans dominant among new ambassadors
Three out of four new ambassadors who presented their credentials to President Isaac Herzog were from El Salvador, Ecuador, and Costa Rica
October 7 Spanish-language docuseries highlights yet-unseen side of Hamas massacre
The project aims to "make sure broad Latino non-Jewish audiences understand that Latinos were also impacted by Hamas' massacre."
Hanukkah in Uruguay: CAM joins partners in Latin America for festival of lights
“On this holiday, we must shine together the light of truth and our common values and vision for a just, pluralistic, and hate-free societ,” said Shay Salamon.
Uruguay elects a left-wing president who is not anti-Israel, a rarity in Latin America
Gustavo Petro in Colombia, Gabriel Boric in Chile, and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil are all vehement critics of Israel.
Latin American nations demand action against Iranian threats, declare solidarity with Israel
CAM forum in Costa Rica highlights Latin America’s role in combating antisemitism and supporting Israel’s security.
No. 12: Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico's first female and Jewish president
Despite being almost silent on the Israel-Hamas war, Claudia Sheinbaum's focus on policy addressing Mexico's economic inequality cements her as an influential leader.
