ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS.

This article provides economic highlights from various Latin American countries. In Venezuela, an investment agreement was signed with China to promote and protect investments. Bolivia experienced protests and roadblocks due to a shortage of US dollars. Peru saw an increase in mining production, particularly in tin, due to the resolution of social conflicts. Chile's state-owned copper mining company, Codelco, and the private company SQM signed a partnership agreement to develop lithium in the Atacama salt flats. Brazil's GDP grew in the first quarter, driven by the services and agricultural sectors. The Central America-European Union Association Agreement fully came into effect, aiming to strengthen political dialogue, cooperation, and trade between the parties. Mexico reported an increase in international tourism and annual inflation, as well as growth in the production, sales, and export of vehicles. [Extracted from the article]