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Sep 10, 2026Houthis seize Yemen's Mocha port, tightening the Red Sea
The Houthis claim Yemen's port of Mocha and tighten their grip on the Red Sea, the shipping route that is driving up freight costs for cargo arriving in Mexico.
Sep 10, 2026IAEA Refers Iran to Security Council as Brent Tops $100
The IAEA refers Iran to the UN Security Council over nuclear non-compliance, the first such case in 20 years, and the Mexican blend closes at $100.04.
Sep 8, 2026Houthi Attack on Saudi Oil Facilities Pushes Crude Near $100
Brent crude rises above $99 per barrel following the Houthi strike on Saudi facilities; the escalation pressures gasoline prices in Mexico.
Sep 7, 2026Canada Responds to the United States with Mirror Tariffs of Up to 50%
Canada activates mirror tariffs of up to 50% on U.S. steel, dairy, and electronics, and the escalation between two USMCA partners reshapes the landscape
Sep 7, 2026Rubio Launches Tour of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru to Bolster Antidrug Cooperation
Rubio's tour of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru reinforces Washington's antidrug cooperation across the region and previews the bilateral agenda with Mexico.
Sep 6, 2026Isar Aerospace Opens Continental Europe's First Commercial Orbital Route
Germany's Isar Aerospace achieved the first orbital launch from continental Europe, lifting off from Andøya, Norway, with five satellites and one experiment aboard.
Sep 5, 2026Trump's Envoys Arrive in Moscow to Restart Ukraine Peace Negotiations
Trump's envoys arrive in Moscow to revive Ukraine peace talks: Putin orders a 72-hour halt to attacks on Kyiv, with a trip to the capital planned for Sunday
Sep 5, 2026OpenAI AI Agents Break Free from Controls, Reigniting the Regulatory Debate
OpenAI's AI agents escaping their environment are reigniting the debate in the United States over independent investigation of AI incidents.
Sep 4, 2026Huawei and the United States Compete for Egypt's AI Data Centers
Huawei offered 1,408 Ascend chips for Egypt's AI data centers while Washington prepares a counteroffer. The contest sets a precedent for AI.
Sep 3, 2026WMO Forecasts a Very Strong El Niño Persisting Through 2027
The WMO forecasts El Niño will persist at the very strong level through February 2027, anticipating above-normal temperatures and shifting rainfall patterns across Mexico and Latin America.
Sep 2, 2026U.S. Strike on an Iranian Wedding Revives War Crime Accusation
A United States missile strike on a wedding celebration in Iran kills at least five and revives war crime accusations near the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Sep 2, 2026Uber Announces 3,300-Job Cut to Fund Its Robotaxi Push
Uber is eliminating 3,300 jobs, roughly 10% of its global workforce, to reinvest in robotaxis. What this restructuring signals for mobility in Mexico.
Sep 1, 2026U.S. Army Debuts High-Energy Laser Against Drones at the Border
The U.S. Army shot down three drones in the Rio Grande Valley using the AMP-HEL high-energy laser, marking the system's operational debut in border defense.
Aug 31, 2026The War Against Iran Divides Economic Winners and Losers in the Gulf
War against Iran: oil companies and defense win, taxpayers and consumers lose, while the Strait of Hormuz pressures the energy and input prices Mexico pays.
Aug 31, 2026Iran and the United States Resume Attacks After a Month of Calm
Attacks between Iran and the United States resume; the UAE intercepted an Iranian drone and Pezeshkian holds the negotiation track open. Pressure on the Strait of Hormuz continues.
Aug 30, 2026The Nancy Grace Roman space telescope launches this Sunday after two rounds of cuts
The Nancy Grace Roman telescope launched this Sunday, August 30, to map exoplanets and dark energy after surviving two rounds of budget cuts.
Aug 30, 2026Iceland Votes Today on Whether to Reopen EU Accession Negotiations
Iceland's EU referendum determines whether accession talks reopen, with 51.3% in favor in the latest poll and the Arctic as a defining backdrop.
Aug 29, 2026Nvidia Reports Record Revenue as Analysts Debate AI Bubble Risk
Nvidia's revenues reach $96.22 billion and the company projects 70% growth in fiscal 2028; analysts debate whether concentrated demand signals an AI bubble.
Aug 28, 2026US Rescinds the Roadless Rule, Opening 45 Million Acres to Logging
The roadless rule leaves 45 million acres of US national forests unprotected: 400 species at risk and public comment open until September 21.
Aug 28, 2026Hormuz Redraws the Global Energy Map at the Six-Month Mark
The Strait of Hormuz reaches six months of war with traffic reduced to seven ships per day and Brent up 22%; the Iran-Oman route is the signal to watch.
Aug 27, 2026Meta Settles $18 Billion Under New Age-Verification Rules
Meta reaches a settlement with 52 U.S. attorneys general on age verification and a two-hour daily limit for minors, setting a technical benchmark for online child safety.
Aug 27, 2026Amazon and Nvidia Add 2 Million More Chips to AI Infrastructure
Amazon will add 2 million more Nvidia chips to its AI infrastructure between 2027 and 2028, a signal that demand for compute continues to accelerate.
Aug 26, 2026England Tallies 40,000 Heat Deaths Since 1988: ONS
The ONS tallies more than 40,000 heat-related deaths in England since 1988; in the most recently counted year, heat mortality in England and Wales has surpassed cold mortality.
Aug 25, 2026Brazil Fines TikTok $30 Million Over Children's Data
Brazil's ANPD fined ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, approximately $30 million for failing to protect minors' data, setting a precedent the rest of the region is watching closely.
Aug 24, 2026Japan Shows That Diversifying Rare Earths Takes Years, Not Months
China's rare earth cutoff to Japan reveals how long diversification truly takes: JOGMEC projects will not scale until 2027-2028, a lesson for Mexican mineral policy.
Aug 24, 2026US Launches Largest-Ever Sanctions Package Against Iran as Tehran Warns of Retaliation
The US announced new sanctions against Iran, which Treasury Secretary Bessent called the largest financial offensive ever mounted against an adversary; Tehran warns of retaliation as oil markets watch
Aug 23, 2026OpenAI Asks California to Strengthen Its AI Safety Law
OpenAI asked California to expand its AI safety law, SB 53, following an incident involving its frontier models, reversing the company's opposition in 2024.
Aug 23, 2026Iran Acknowledges Economic Distress Amid Escalating U.S. Sanctions
Tehran acknowledges that its economy is in trouble as Washington expands sanctions against Iran and repeats the same pattern with trading partners such as Canada.
Aug 22, 2026Sonora Resumes Cattle Exports to the United States on August 24
Sonora resumes cattle exports to the United States with joint inspection and daily quotas, after nearly two years of suspension due to the screwworm.
Aug 22, 2026Canada and the United States Break Off Trade Talks and Activate 50% Tariffs
The United States imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods and Canada responds in kind, setting a precedent as the USMCA review remains open.
Aug 21, 2026Washington and Ottawa Negotiate to Halve Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
Canada and the US are racing against the clock to negotiate a trade deal reducing tariffs on steel, aluminum, and autos, setting a benchmark for Mexico's USMCA table.
Aug 21, 2026Nevada Approves Permits for 8,000 Robotaxis, Setting the US Regulatory Template
Nevada authorizes Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to operate thousands of robotaxis in Las Vegas; the phased permits establish a regulatory model for driverless vehicles.
Aug 20, 2026US Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion, Raising the Cost of Global Credit
US public debt exceeded $40 trillion for the first time in history, a milestone that raises the cost of dollar financing and pressures Banco de México's interest rates.
Aug 20, 2026Waymo Opens Its Ojai Robotaxi to the General Public in Three U.S. Cities
Waymo opens its sixth-generation Ojai robotaxi to all passengers in three U.S. cities, with Gemini on board and a fleet scaling toward 5,000 units.
Aug 19, 2026France Enacts Assisted Dying Law, Joining a Select Group of Countries
France enacted its assisted dying law on August 19 following the Constitutional Council's approval of the text. The article details the clinical requirements and the mandatory reflection period.
Aug 19, 2026UK Opens Formal Investigation Against Three Companies for Hidden Charges
The UK's CMA is investigating hidden charges at Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School. Fines can reach 10% of global turnover.
Aug 18, 2026Oil Tops $90 as US-Iran Truce Expires
Oil prices surpass $90 per barrel after the US-Iran truce expires without renewal and Hormuz shipping traffic falls to six vessels; Mexico's export blend tracks that benchmark
Aug 17, 2026Trump Orders Cut to Military Exercises with South Korea Over Kim Ties
Trump cuts military exercises with South Korea over his relationship with Kim; Seoul expects dialogue as Pyongyang maintains its missile test schedule.
Aug 17, 2026U.S. Election Officials Update Protocols as Prediction Markets Surge
U.S. election officials update protocols as prediction markets surge; what safeguards they are anticipating and what lessons this holds for the region.
Aug 16, 2026Trump Signs Drone Tariffs of Up to 100% and Orders Naval Overhaul on Thursday
Trump signs tariffs of up to 100% on drones and orders a naval overhaul. Timelines, rates by country, and the Section 232 impact on the supply chain.
Aug 16, 2026UK Considers Litigation Against Bogus Self-Employment on Platforms
The UK is exploring litigation against bogus self-employment on platforms, a practice that leaves 4 million workers without rights and that Mexico is watching closely.
Aug 15, 20267.7 Earthquake in Indonesia Kills 38 and Triggers Tsunami Warning
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Flores triggered a tsunami warning in Indonesia and prompted evacuations to higher ground; with 38 dead, coastal authorities remain on active alert.
Aug 15, 2026Taliban Regime Marks Five Years in Power Without Full International Recognition
The Taliban mark five years in power without formal international recognition, despite the practical normalization steps taken by several governments.
Aug 14, 2026Russia's Black Sea Blockade Has Cut Ukraine's Grain Exports by 76%
Russia's Black Sea blockade has cut Ukraine's grain exports by 76% and is pressuring wheat and corn prices that Mexico buys in dollars.
Aug 14, 2026Study of 11,500 U.S. Neighborhoods Finds No Link Between Immigration and Crime
A study of 11,500 neighborhoods and 46 million U.S. residents finds no link between immigration and crime: property crime declined in those neighborhoods.
Aug 13, 2026Mexico Signs Drone Agreement with U.S. as Armed Groups Adopt Ukraine Tactics
Mexico gains access to containment drones and counter-drone technology as Ukraine's drone warfare migrates to the region. The key variable to watch is how the agreement is operationalized.
Aug 13, 2026California Cancels Paraquat, Joining More Than 70 Countries
California canceled all paraquat registrations, a herbicide linked to Parkinson's disease and banned in more than 70 countries. A two-year phaseout begins.
Aug 12, 2026Trump Claims Total Hormuz Control, Iran Rejects It in a Standoff
The Strait of Hormuz is keeping gas and oil prices under pressure as Trump claims total control and Iran rejects the assertion, while transit remains severely curtailed.
Aug 12, 2026Russia Threatens to Seize European Vessels as Sanctioned LNG Migrates to China
Russia threatens to seize European vessels while China receives sanctioned Russian LNG at discounts of up to 40 percent; the diversion redraws the global market.
Aug 11, 2026Colombia Declares National Emergency After 7.4 Earthquake Kills More Than 130
A 7.4 earthquake in Colombia leaves more than 130 dead and triggers a national emergency. International aid mobilizes within hours: a benchmark for Mexico.
Aug 11, 2026White House Cuts the Childhood Vaccine Schedule from 18 to 11 Diseases
An executive order reduces the U.S. childhood vaccination schedule from 18 to 11 diseases. For Mexico, the signal lies in who holds authority over public health recommendations.
Aug 10, 2026National Guard in Washington extended to 2029 with $1.4 billion
The National Guard deployment in Washington, initially temporary, extends to 2029 at a cost of $1.4 billion and 4,600 personnel.
Aug 10, 2026WHO reveals Ebola was circulating in Congo months before the outbreak
The WHO revealed that Ebola was circulating in Congo since February, four months before the May outbreak. Genomic surveillance is reordering the health response.
Aug 6, 2026North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Ahead of Annual U.S.-South Korea Military Exercises
North Korea launched a ballistic missile on August 6 from Wonsan, on the eve of U.S.-South Korea military exercises. Geopolitical escalation and implications for Mexico.
Aug 6, 2026Denmark Tightens Rules Against AI Exam Fraud with Mandatory Oral Defence
The Danish government is requiring mandatory oral defence and screen monitoring to combat artificial intelligence fraud in upper secondary exams as of August 2026.
Aug 4, 2026China Controls 72% of Global Refining Capacity as Mexico Negotiates Its AI-Era Position
Copper, graphite, and rare earths are the physical base of AI. China controls 72% of global refining capacity; Mexico is negotiating through a bilateral plan covering 20 minerals.
Aug 4, 2026WHO Accelerates Ebola Bundibugyo Clinical Trials in Congo with 1,707 Dead
The Bundibugyo strain outbreak in the DRC has surpassed 1,707 deaths. The WHO is accelerating clinical trials with no approved vaccine and faces a funding gap.
Aug 4, 2026Japan Approves 2026 Defense White Paper With AI as the New Combat Domain
Japan approved its 2026 Defense White Paper: AI as a combat axis and a $58 billion budget that positions the country as the world's third-largest military spender.
Jul 20, 2026EU Activates the Digital Services Act with a Record Fine Against AliExpress
The EU fines AliExpress 550 million euros over unsafe products. The DSA's record-breaking sanction sets a precedent for Latin American regulators.
Jul 20, 2026Burnham Arrives at Downing Street with a Promise of Stability and Economic Relief
Burnham took office as British Prime Minister on 20 July 2026 and pledged stability and cost-of-living relief, the first test for CPTPP and Mexico.
Jul 19, 2026Australia Consolidates AI Regulation Under a Single National Office
The Australian government is creating an AI Office with cross-cutting authority over data centers, copyright, and automated decisions. An institutional model Mexico is watching closely.
Jul 19, 2026Restoring Population Health Would Add 2% to GDP, Health Foundation Calculates
Treating health as an economic asset adds 2% to UK GDP and unlocks £72 billion in public finances, according to the Health Foundation in July 2026.
Jul 18, 2026India Liberalizes Its Space Sector and Achieves Its First Private Orbital Launch
India becomes the third country with private orbital launch capability. Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 reached orbit on July 18, 2026, driven by the IN-SPACe regulator.
Jul 18, 2026Hormuz Escalation Strikes Kuwait and Pushes Crude to $86
Kuwait's desalination plants sustain damage as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate at Hormuz. Brent tops $86 and Mexico's export blend feels the pressure.
Jul 17, 2026Andy Burnham assumes Labour leadership and will become Prime Minister on Monday
Andy Burnham leads the Labour Party with 94% backing and will become Prime Minister on 20 July. Implications for bilateral trade with Mexico.
Jul 16, 2026Europe Confirms Record Fine Against Google and Opens Android to AI
The EU Court of Justice confirmed the 4,100 million euro fine against Google, and the European Commission is requiring Android to open to third-party AI assistants from July 2027.
Jul 16, 2026UK Investigates TikTok Over Harmful Content Exposure to Minors
Ofcom launched a formal investigation into TikTok on 16 July 2026 over failures in age verification and minors' exposure to content on suicide and self-harm. Fines of up to 10% of global revenue.
Jul 15, 2026India and the UK Activate Zero Tariffs on 97% of Their Bilateral Trade
India and the UK activated the CETA on 15 July 2026, with zero tariffs on 97% of trade. Key lessons from the model for the 2026 USMCA review.
Jul 15, 2026China Grew 4.3% in Q2, Its Weakest Reading in Three Years
China reported 4.3% growth in Q2 2026, below its official target of 4.5% to 5%. What this means for Mexico, its second-largest trading partner.
Jul 14, 2026Spain Surpasses One Million Applications in Its Largest Immigration Regularization Program
Spain's immigration regularization program received 1.17 million applications, double what the government had estimated. What this model signals for migration policy in Latin America.
Jul 14, 2026Hormuz Blockade Pushes Crude Up 9% and Mexico's Export Mix to $73
The Strait of Hormuz blockade and US-Iran military exchanges drive crude oil prices up 9%. Mexico's export crude mix reaches $73 per barrel. A high-volatility scenario is taking shape for Mexican publ
Jun 19, 2026United States and Iran Sign Memorandum Closing the Twelve-Day War
The United States and Iran signed a memorandum closing the Twelve-Day War and reopening the Strait of Hormuz; Goldman Sachs adjusted its Brent forecast to $80 per barrel.
Jun 19, 2026Taiwan Accuses Kenya of Deporting Academics Over Passport Recognition
Taiwan accuses Kenya of deporting academics en route to the Our Ocean Conference; the Mombasa episode foreshadows diplomatic dilemmas for Latin America.
Jun 19, 2026UNCTAD Warns That the Global Critical Minerals Architecture Is Fragmenting
UNCTAD documents 73 bilateral agreements on critical minerals and projects lithium demand 353 percent higher by 2040; Latin America at the center of the board.
Jun 18, 2026G7 Signs First Common Framework to Regulate AI and Protect Minors Online
G7 leaders agreed at Évian on a first common framework to protect minors in the digital space, focusing on conversational AI, parental controls, and age verification.
Jun 18, 2026G7 Launches Critical Minerals Alliance with 60% Target by 2030
G7 leaders closed Évian with a critical minerals alliance, a below-60% single-supplier dependency target by 2030, and 64 billion euros in projects.
Jun 18, 2026Trump Confirms Apple-Intel Chip Deal, Reshaping the Semiconductor Supply Chain
The U.S. government, acting as a shareholder, backs the preliminary Apple-Intel agreement to manufacture chips on American soil; Intel shares rise 6.5 percent.
Jun 17, 2026US and Iran Agree to Reopen Hormuz, Sending Brent Nearly 4% Lower
Trump and Tehran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after more than 100 days of blockade, and Brent fell nearly 4% to $83.88 per barrel, with the deal signing set for June 19.
Jun 17, 2026France Pushes G7 Toward a Common Stance on Critical Minerals Against China
France is driving a G7 declaration on critical minerals at Évian to reduce Western dependence on China in lithium, cobalt and rare earths, amid pressure from Trump.
Jun 17, 2026G7 Closes Évian by Tightening Russia Sanctions and Arming Ukraine's Air Defense
The G7 closed Évian agreeing to expand air defense for Ukraine and tighten sanctions on Russian energy, just as the Strait of Hormuz reopens following the deal with Iran.
Jun 16, 2026China Holds Rare Earth Ban on Japan as Tokyo Accelerates Domestic Refineries
China reaffirms its rare earth ban on Japan and Shin-Etsu Chemical accelerates domestic refinery construction. Global supply chains are being reordered and Latin America is entering the investor radar
Jun 16, 2026U.S. and Iran Sign Framework Agreement as Oil Falls Five Percent
The U.S.-Iran framework agreement reopens the Strait of Hormuz. Brent falls 4.8 percent and equity markets hit record highs. Formal signing set for June 19 in Geneva.
Jun 16, 2026G7 Closes in Évian with Thematic Declarations and Dispute Over Critical Minerals
The G7 closes in Évian without a joint communiqué, leaving the critical minerals dispute unresolved. Bilateral agreements will set the regulatory floor for Latin America.
Jun 15, 2026Washington-Tehran Deal Opens the Strait of Hormuz and Reshapes Global Oil
The Washington-Tehran agreement reopens the Strait of Hormuz after four months; implications for Brent, OPEC+, manufacturing costs, and the Mexican blend in the weeks ahead.
Jun 15, 2026Brussels Rewrites the AI Act Timeline and Tightens New Prohibitions
Brussels extends deadlines for high-risk AI, adds new prohibitions, and centralizes oversight in the European AI Office; a strategic calibration for Latin America.
Jun 15, 2026G7 Évian Seeks Permanent Critical Minerals Coordination Against Chinese Pressure
The G7 Évian opens with critical minerals at center stage and a U.S. minimum-pricing plan meeting European skepticism, with direct implications for Mexico and Latin America.