'Uncertainty but a lot of resilience' in Latin America, says IDB head

'Uncertainty but a lot of resilience' in Latin America, says IDB head Business

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Issued on: 29/04/2026 - 22:49

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The energy shock and economic headwinds caused by the Iran war have increased uncertainty in Latin America - but the region remains resilient. That's according to Ilan Goldfajn, President of the Inter-American Development Bank. He tells France 24 there are requests for "targeted support" like energy diversification and fertilizer needs. Also in the show - Jerome Powell gives his last press conference as Federal Reserve Chair, as his successor Kevin Warsh takes a step closer to confirmation. 

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