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COA was honored to host Chilean Minister of Foreign Affairs @MinPerezMac and Chilean Ambassador to the U. S. Andrés Ergas Heymann (@EmbajadaChileUS) for a private dinner with our members at the University Club in DC on July 7.

During the discussion, Minister Pérez Mackenna shared his views on Chile’s foreign policy priorities and the country’s role in an increasingly interconnected global economy. Participants discussed the country's longstanding commitment to open trade, international integration, and regional cooperation, as well as opportunities to strengthen its ties with the United States and other strategic partners.

Thank you to Minister Pérez Mackenna, Ambassador Ergas, the minister’s team, and our members for engaging in this important conversation.

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Council of the Americas, in partnership with @CNI_br, convened a high-level roundtable in Brasilia on July 2 to address the challenges and pathways to strengthening Brazil's response to illegal cross-border activity. The event brought together senior government officials, policy experts, and private sector leaders to discuss the importance of institutional cooperation in reducing the impact of the illegal market on Brazilian industry, which, in turn, will strengthen competitiveness, investment, and economic development.

"The response to illicit trade requires continuous enforcement, cooperation between the public and private sectors, and regulatory frameworks. The solution depends on joint effort," said COA's Vice President of Policy @BrazilBrian.

Read a summary of the event: https://t.co/j8mLQ0sCO3

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We are excited to announce our new Council of the Americas board member: Miguel A. Zaldivar, Jr. of @HLCGlobal!

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On July 2, Council of the Americas hosted a BRAVO Leadership Conversation with Miguel Galuccio, founder, chairman & CEO of Vista Energy, moderated by Julio Figueroa, head of Latin America at Citi.

In a candid discussion, Miguel reflected on his leadership journey—from CEO of YPF to now leading Vista Energy and playing a pivotal role in unlocking the potential of Vaca Muerta and advancing the development of Argentina’s energy sector as a globally competitive shale producer.

We thank all members, partners, and special guests that joined us for this special BRAVO Leadership Conversation, and we hope to see you at the 31st Symposium and BRAVO Business Awards in Miami, on November 19. Register here: https://t.co/irFtcRcZci

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In November, U.S. voters will cast ballots in midterm legislative elections than will test the power of President Donald Trump.

Back in 2024, Trump captured his highest level of support among Latino voters. Can his party, the Republicans, capitalize on that trend or will the Democrats regain ground with this group, now 15 percent of the national electorate?

@charrisontweets reviews Latino voter intention, top issues, and views on the second Trump presidency: https://t.co/ZrdyPWZfWa

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In this week's dispatch, @CarinZissis breaks down what's in store for the USMCA after Washington's decision not to renew the trilateral trade deal.

Zissis also covers sanctions on a fuel-smuggling ring with Jalisco Cartel ties and the U.S. response to Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes.

Plus:
🌎 Are high-ranking Mexican officials serving as U.S. informants?
🌎 SCOTUS immigration rulings' regional impact
🌎 Latin America's Trump leanings
https://t.co/EZW9jvov4L

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🇻🇪 The Americas have pulled together in the aftermath of the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24. Learn about how the U.S. and Latin American governments have supported rescue and relief efforts.

Plus, find out ways you can help: https://t.co/bKcdgEgoG4

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"The infrastructure in the country had been in shambles due to the economic crisis that Venezuela had been enduring," said @ArriojaJoseE of @AmerQuarterly to @CarlNasman of @BBCNews about the post-earthquakes response in Venezuela.

Watch the interview: https://t.co/ZgVyzvJ0i1

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Thanks @CarinZissis for the interview for the @ASCOA on the challenges that will face Fujimori's government.

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🎙️ Without a majority in Congress, Keiko Fujimori will need to reach across party lines to accomplish her legislative agenda. It won't be an easy task.

In the latest #LatAmFocus, ex-Finance Minister @aethorne speaks to @CarinZissis about the centrist force poised to "tilt the balance one way or the other" in Peru's new Senate, and other challenges ahead for the incoming government.

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🇵🇪 Keiko Fujimori will enter Peru’s top office with a slim win and a need to build bridges in Congress.

In the latest #LatAmFocus, ex-Finance Minister @aethorne speaks to @CarinZissis about the social, political, and foreign policy tensions awaiting the new government.

🎧 Listen: https://t.co/lBIELbBe9h

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Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, the strongest to hit the country in more than a century.

AS/COA Online covers the details of the disasters, the context of Venezuela’s vulnerable infrastructure, and the international response: https://t.co/xRGPsjggYD

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At AS/COA, we are saddened by news of the earthquakes that struck Venezuela. As organizations committed to supporting Venezuela's recovery and development through engagement with key economic and political stakeholders, we remain steadfast in our solidarity with the country.

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My thoughts are with the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. On behalf of @ASCOA, we extend our deepest condolences to those who have lost loved ones and stand with everyone affected. We hope for strength, safety, and a swift recovery.

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The preliminary count of Colombia's June 21 presidential runoff indicates that far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella will be the one taking office on August 7.

@charrisontweets gives a breakdown of Sunday’s results and learn about reactions from across the hemisphere:

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@sandraborda @CarinZissis Catch up on all of AS/COA Online’s Colombia election coverage: https://t.co/3zGaapWX0E

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This Sunday, June 21, Colombians vote in a presidential runoff between hard-right Abelardo de la Espriella and leftist Iván Cepeda. 🇨🇴

How have the runoff campaigns played out? @charrisontweets covers: https://t.co/BI5C25KkAw

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@sandraborda @CarinZissis What do polls tell us ahead of Sunday’s election?

See the latest: https://t.co/bC9TXFht03