Latin America and the Caribbean in the World Economy 2011-2012: Continuing Crisis in the Centre and New Opportunities for Developing Economies

Focusing on the international economic landscape, the book provides a medium-term analysis of factors influencing Latin America and the Caribbean's global economic positioning. It explores the ramifications of the 2008-2009 crisis on regional trade dynamics, including trade origins, destinations, and sectoral composition, while also assessing commodity prices, FDI, and remittances. Additionally, it discusses the region's trade policy responses and highlights potential avenues for regional cooperation, offering a comprehensive view of the economic challenges and opportunities faced by these economies.