Category Archives: Peru
Wine in Latin America
Despite the fact that the indigenous people in the Americas made alcoholic beverages before European grapes were imported by the Conquistadors, the local vitis genus of grapes were never used to make … Continue reading
The Expropriation of Simón Bolívar
During his career, he was leader of Peru, and “President of Colombia.” The entire country of Bolivia is named in his honor. Born on July 24, 1783, he was serendipitously raised in … Continue reading
Government Debt in Latin America
Below is a depiction of government debt levels for the seven largest economies in Latin America. Government debt accounted for approximately 46% of GDP across Latin America in 2011. As of 2011, … Continue reading
Fiestas Patrias in Peru
July 28th commemorates Peru’s independence from the Spanish Empire in Spain in 1821. Libertador José de San Martín was born in what is now Argentina, and would become the primary … Continue reading
The Sword of Simón Bolívar
His full name is Simón José Antonio de la Santísima Trinidad Bolívar y Palacios Ponte y Blanco, and his legacy is equally voluminous. Born on July 24, 1783, he was … Continue reading
A Grand Range
The Andes mountain range is the world’s longest continental mountain range, and while second in height outside of Asia, the range contains the highest volcanoes in the world. Consensus currently … Continue reading
4.1% Growth For Chile
According to the Chilean newspaper “El Mercurio” Chile’s economy is projected to grow 4.1% in 2012. Down from 6.5% in 2011, expected growth in 2012 would nonetheless top not only … Continue reading
Caracas Divides Mercosur
Mercosur is a full customs union encompassing Argentina, Brasil, Paraguay y Uruguay. Additionally, Venezuela, Ecuador, Chile, Bolivia, Colombia and Perú are associate members of the union, and as such, participate in … Continue reading
Humala Reverses Course
Just four months into his administration as president of Peru, Ollanta Humala has moved from extreme leftist rhetoric mimicking the Chavez administration in Venezuela, to a centrist administration run by technocrats. Among … Continue reading
