Mario Abdo Benitez Archives - Global Americans

The Misinformation Pandemic: COVID-19 and the Chaotic Cacophony of Lies and Distortions

The rising tide of misinformation, disinformation, and propaganda has been well-documented in recent years, particularly as internet access and social media consumption have become seemingly ubiquitous. But in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, the scourge of misinformation has intensified, with a cost that can—at least in some cases—be measured in human lives.

Guy Mentel September 14, 2021

Targeting vaccine inequality, WHO announces plans to announce COVID-19 vaccines in Latin America

In an effort to reduce COVID-19 vaccine inequality in Latin America and the Caribbean, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) have announced plans to manufacture COVID-19 vaccines within the region. Dr. Carissa Etienne, a native of Dominica and director of the PAHO, declared last week that the PAHO has reviewed roughly 30 proposed manufacturing schemes for Latin American and Caribbean states.

admin September 3, 2021

Paraguay’s strengthening case for state reform

The pandemic has turned the government into a crucial actor of economic recovery, in reckoning with its post-pandemic outlook, Paraguay is building a case for state reform.

admin June 25, 2020

Corruption, intrigue and hope in the Land of Soy: The Mario Abdo Benitez government in Paraguay, and the extra-hemispheric actors wooing him

Washington needs to be patient with the Abdo Benitez government, recognizing the delicate political space in which he is operating, yet engaging to help him move in a positive direction.

Evan Ellis November 14, 2018