In addition Bolivia has very important natural resources, such as gold, silver, zinc, tin, gas and oil below ground. This abundance of natural resources combined with its small population and small GDP places Bolivia squarely in the group of small resource rich countries relying heavily on hard minerals. What resources does Bolivia export? Economy of […]

More than 125 million children are currently forced into child labor, primarily to help financially support their families. Argentina is one of the many countries that informally uses child labor in its factories and industries. Unfortunately, these children are often overworked and underpaid. At what age can you work in Argentina? The minimal legal age […]

The country is located in Central America, bordering the Caribbean Sea, between Honduras and Belize and bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between El Salvador and Mexico.Geography of Guatemala. Continent North America Lowest point Pacific Ocean 0 m Longest river Motagua River 486 km (302 mi) Largest lake Lake Izabal 589.6 km2 (227.6 sq mi) How […]

Gala Pollera. Panama’s national outfit is the Gala Pollera and the Montuno. These originated in the central provinces of the country. The outfit consists of a hand made skirt and shirt, they come in all colors and designs. Here are some images of the pollera and the jewelry that is worn with it: the combs, […]

There are a series of environmental issues in this country, with a dynamic and diversified economy. Chile’s main environmental problems are deforestation and the resulting soil erosion.Chile is one of the major mining countries of the world and big-scale mining also represents an important environmental challenge. How is deforestation affecting Chile? In 2010, Chile had […]

If you are a foreign national who has found a job in a Chilean company and you have a work contract that’s longer than one year, you may apply for a Chile work visa. However, the company hiring you must: Be incorporated in Chile. Prove that your employment will help in the development of Chile. […]

Every year in Argentina they celebrate the Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity. This holiday is called Columbus Day in the USA, and it commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492. What is the most important day in Argentina? 25 de Mayo — National Day “is one of the most important […]

Summers are hot and humid, with a variable amount of rain. Temperatures reach up to 40°C (104°F) in the deserts during the day and drop to 15°C (59°F) in the night. The average high temperatures remain in the 29.4°C (84.9°F) to 36.1°C (97°F) range during the hot season. Winters are mild to cold and dry […]

The primary language in Brazil is Portuguese, which is spoken by 98% of the people in Brazil.English is not widely spoken there, with the British Council reporting that only 5% of the Brazilian population (a little over 10 million people) were able to communicate in English in 2019. What percentage of Brazil speaks English? According […]

When greeting for the first time or in a formal setting, Argentines generally shake hands and give a slight nod to show respect. The ‘abrazo’ is the most common greeting among friends and family. This consists of a handshake and an embrace. The number of kisses when giving an abrazo varies from region to region. […]

When you think of the world’s great cuisines, Brazilian food doesn’t spring to mind. But that is about to change. Outside Brazil, the South American nation is most famous for its barbecue, or churrascaria.The food here is fried, it’s salty, but it’s really tasty. Is Brazilian food bland? In general, Brazilian food is mild however […]

Yes, driving in Costa Rica is safe and is the best way to travel around the country. Is it scary to drive in Costa Rica? Until you’re comfortable driving in Costa Rica, avoid driving long distances at night.Couple that with narrow, curvy roads with no guardrails, and it can be downright scary to drive after […]

For instance, Nicaragua is considered to be the least developed of the six countries because it has the worst indicators (see chart below) of the Central American countries for infant mortality rate, adult literacy rate, and GDP. Which Latin American country is least developed? HaitiThe positions of Latin American countries vary a lot. The most […]

Crime. There is a high threat from violent crime and kidnapping throughout Venezuela, which has one of the highest murder rates in the world. Armed robbery, mugging, carjacking, and burglary are all common and are often accompanied by extreme levels of violence – do not resist an attacker. What is the crime in Venezuela? With […]

The Constitution of the Argentine Nation (Spanish: Constitución de la Nación Argentina) is the basic governing document of Argentina, and the primary source of existing law in Argentina. When did Argentina adopt its Constitution? Argentine Constitution of 1853 Ratified 1 May 1853 Signatories 1853 Constituent Assembly Full Text Constitution of Argentina at Wikisource What type […]