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The Government’s Battle with the Opposition over the Legislative Agenda

In a Congress marked by confrontation between the ruling party and the opposition, President Javier Milei managed to put his signature on half of the laws passed during the first half of the year. However, his bloc still struggles to establish itself as a legislative force in its own right. According to the Legislative Influence …

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Sheinbaum: The Most Popular President in Latin America

In the second quarter of 2025, Claudia Sheinbaum (Mexico) remains the most popular president in Latin America, with an approval rating of 67 percent. This marks a six-point increase compared to the previous edition of Imagen del Poder, the presidential approval ranking published by Directorio Legislativo. Ecuador’s Daniel Noboa ranks second with 51 percent approval, …

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X-Ray of Legislative Salaries in Latin America

Colombia tops the ranking with salaries exceeding $11,000 per month, followed by Mexico and Uruguay. At the other end of the scale are Honduras and Bolivia, where incomes are up to three times lower. In Latin America, legislators’ salaries vary widely, reflecting significant economic and political differences between countries. A survey by Directorio Legislativo reveals …

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Elections in Venezuela: the ruling party claims parliamentary victory

On May 25, Venezuela held legislative and regional elections. With 93% of the votes counted, the National Electoral Council (CNE) declared the victory of the Gran Polo Patriótico (GPP), the ruling coalition backed by President Nicolás Maduro, which secured 82.68% of the vote. Alianza Democrática obtained 6.25%, while the Alianza UNTC Única, led by Henrique Capriles, …

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Ruling Party projected to secure a strengthened legislative majority in elections to renew the National Assembly

On May 25, Venezuela will elect the 285 deputies who will constitute the National Assembly for the 2026–2031 term. For the first time, eight seats corresponding to the Essequibo region (a territory disputed with Guyana) will be included, despite the International Court of Justice’s opposition.The measure has been interpreted as a political gesture by the …

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Decalogue on Access to Public Information: The Right to Know

Access to public information is a fundamental right and a key element in strengthening democracy. It enables citizens to be informed, to monitor, and to participate in public affairs, promoting transparency and government accountability. To guarantee this right, it is essential to have clear principles and effective mechanisms that regulate its implementation. In this context, …

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With re-election secured, Noboa looks to consolidate political authority

On April 13, President Daniel Noboa Azín was re-elected for the 2025–2029 term after winning the runoff with 55.65% of the vote, defeating correísta candidate Luisa González from the Revolución Ciudadana movement, who obtained 44.35%. Noboa will begin his second term on May 24 with strengthened political capital, though still lacking a legislative majority to set the …

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