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The Mexico farm credit fund placed 4.5 billion pesos in long-term bonds, its first such sale. The three series include a social bond and carry top domestic ratings. The post Mexico Farm Credit Fund Sells Its First Long-Term Bonds appeared first on The Rio

The Argentina China technology cluster, CITAC, was launched at the University of Buenos Aires on 20 August 2026. It aims to boost technological cooperation between the two countries through joint projects, academic links and missions. The post Argentina C

Anecacao launched the Ecuador cocoa brand on 19 August 2026 to boost the country's premium image. The campaign comes as export values fall sharply. The post Ecuador Cocoa Brand Aims at the Premium Chocolate Shelf appeared first on The Rio Times.

Colombia's top administrative court annulled six articles of Decreto 2669 de 2012, which regulated factoring, for exceeding executive authority. The ruling leaves the rest of the decree intact, including anti-money-laundering duties. The post Colombia Fac

Brazil's oil industry is asking that the Brazil crude export tax be left to expire. The finance ministry wants it kept until its current window ends on 7 September 2026. The post Oil Industry Asks Brazil Crude Export Tax Be Left to Expire appeared first o

A new linear accelerator at InRad, reported by Estadão, could shorten radiotherapy courses for some cancer patients in São Paulo. The machine is not yet operating, with a start date between September and October. The post São Paulo Radiotherapy Unit Adds

Uruguay wool prices remain firm as export value jumps 32% to US$125 million in 2026, driven by strong demand from China and Italy. The post Uruguay Wool Prices Hold Firm as Export Value Jumps 32% appeared first on The Rio Times.

Brazil's Superior Electoral Court failed to agree on deepfake rules in August 2026, leaving the existing ban and labeling requirements in place. AI remains allowed with labels, but deepfakes are prohibited. The post Brazil Deepfake Rules Stay as Court Fai

Suzano leadership shake-up removes three vice-presidents, including Aires Galhardo, with a reorganisation of the industrial vice-presidency and DigitalTech merged into finance. The post Suzano Leadership Shake-Up Removes Three Vice-Presidents appeared fir

Panama tax revenue grew 4.3% in the first half of 2026, but missed its budget target by B/.552.7 million. The deficit narrowed, yet collections lagged forecasts. The post Panama Tax Revenue Rose 4.3% but Missed Budget Target appeared first on The Rio Time