Colombia Earthquake Transparency: Colombia’s disaster agency UNGRD removed its detailed public earthquake damage table days after the Aug. 10 quake, replacing it with less consistent figures from President Abelardo de la Espriella and other bodies—sparking scrutiny over how the new administration manages disaster data. Colombia Aid Politics: Reports say Colombia slowed or blocked parts of Mexican official rescue support, while independent teams still arrived—adding to criticism that aid is being politicized during recovery. Argentina Extractive Push Under Fire: A civil society report says Argentina’s RIGI investment regime has become “strongly extractive,” with approved projects concentrated in oil, mining and lithium rather than broader sectors. DR Forced-Labor Trade Ban: Dominican Sen. Félix Bautista proposed a bill to bar goods made through forced labor, including practices like withholding migrant workers’ documents. Mexico Cartel Crackdown: Mexico arrested the wife and partner of cartel leader El Tío Lako during raids that also triggered cartel retaliation. Nicaragua Regional Pressure: The OAS voted to summon foreign ministers over Nicaragua’s election crackdown and pressure on the Catholic Church. Venezuela Food Security: The government agreed with producers to prioritize domestic rice purchases for the winter 2026 cycle, limiting imports that could undercut local supply.