News of polling

Milei polling well, six months after taking office, despite Congress struggles

10-06-2024 16:22 President Javier Milei retains strong support among Argentines six months after taking office, according to a new poll.

El Salvador Elections

El Salvador's Bukele claims 'record' re-election victory

05-02-2024 11:30 Fireworks erupted in El Salvador's capital Sunday as President Nayib Bukele claimed to have won more than 85 percent of the presidential vote.

LATIN AMERICA

Chile President Boric plans 3.5% spending hike, vows economic revival

29-09-2023 09:22 Chile's left-wing President Gabriel Boric says he plans to raise public spending by just 3.5Y next year, less than in 2023, as the government struggles to deliver on its key policy proposals.

ELECTION 2023

Voter turnout set to be defining factor in Argentina’s election

26-07-2023 15:04 Voter turnout will impact Argentina's presidential race, benefiting passionate candidates Bullrich and Milei, while low expected turnout poses challenges for Larreta.

CHILEAN POLITICS

Chile's Boric sees approval rating jump to highest level in a year

06-06-2023 10:50 Gabriel Boric’s approval rating rose to the highest in a year after the former student protest leader said he will insist on tax increases to fund a long list of social programmes.

BRAZIL ELECTION 2022

Bolsonaro cuts into Lula’s lead ahead of Brazil run-off

19-10-2022 20:45 President Jair Bolsonaro is chipping away at challenger Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s lead in opinion polls ahead of October 30 run-off.