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III Development Forum of Latin America and the Caribbean with China: economic and trade connectivity for enhanced cooperation and shared social prosperity

Virtual Workshop: Regional cooperation to improve plant health: sanitary and phytosanitary measures for environmental sustainability

News SELA promotes dialogue on the future of South-South and Triangular Cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean

“Bites by SELA” is launched: a new way of reporting on the economy of Latin America and the Caribbean

SELA promotes a new phase of cooperation between Latin America, the Caribbean and China at the III Development Forum held in Zhengzhou

SELA and CISS conclude Workshop on disaster risk management with a social protection approach in Quito

Ambassador Lesly David: “A strong and resilient community is one where no one is left behind”

Ambassador Lesly David takes office as new Permanent Secretary of SELA

SELA and Universidad del Valle de México sign academic collaboration agreement

III Development Forum of Latin America and the Caribbean with China: economic and trade connectivity for enhanced cooperation and shared social prosperity

Virtual Workshop: Regional cooperation to improve plant health: sanitary and phytosanitary measures for environmental sustainability

SELA promotes dialogue on the future of South-South and Triangular Cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean

Ambassador Lesly David: The region needs to move towards modern regulatory frameworks that guarantee free competition

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Indicators for Latin America and the Caribbean

The Latin American and Caribbean Economic System (SELA), committed to the sustainable development and integration of Latin America and the Caribbean, presents herein the key indicators for the region, as an integral part of its work programme. These indicators represent an essential tool for decision-making and the formulation of policies that promote inclusive and sustainable growth. Through this initiative, SELA makes a significant contribution to strengthening regional integration.

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Artificial Inteligence and and public policy in Latin America and the Caribbean. Experiences and contributions toward shaping a regional roadmap

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SELA – Strategies and public policy proposals for LAC integration

The Relationship of Latin America and the Caribbean with China: Notes for a Development Agenda

AI and Diplomacy International relations in the era of disruptive technologies

SME Policy Index – Latin America and the Caribbean 2024. Towards an Inclusive, Resilient, and Sustainable Recovery

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The costs of an earthquake: impact on port logistics

Global Policy Perspective Report: Tech Diplomacy and Latin America and the Caribbean

Workshop on disaster risk management with a social protection approach. Quito, Ecuador 12 and 13 August 2025 – Rapporteur’s Report

Course Global Technology Governance: Big Tech Companies & Artificial Intelligence

51st Regular Meeting of the Latin American Council – Final Report

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SELA promotes a new phase of cooperation between Latin America, the Caribbean and China at the III Development Forum held in Zhengzhou

The Permanent Secretary of the Latin American and Caribbean Economic System (SELA), Ambassador Lesly David, played an active role in the III Development Forum of Latin America and the Caribbean with China: Economic and trade connectivity for enhanced cooperation and shared social prosperity, which took place on 18 and 19 August in the city of […]

“Bites by SELA” is launched: a new way of reporting on the economy of Latin America and the Caribbean

With the aim of innovating its communication methods, connecting with new audiences and promoting value-added information products, the Latin American and Caribbean Economic System (SELA) announced the official launch of “Bites by SELA,” a digital newsletter that compiles and disseminates information on best practices, trends and success stories in the region. The concept is simple: […]

51st Regular Meeting of the Latin American Council of SELA approves Work Programme for 2026–2029

The Latin American Council of the Latin American and Caribbean Economic System (SELA), at its 51st Regular Meeting, approved on Thursday the Work Programme of the organisation for 2026–2029, aimed at building a more prosperous, competitive and inclusive region by strengthening the institutional capacities of its Member States, promoting technical cooperation and generating innovative solutions […]

Work Programme

Economic Recovery

Stimulate economic growth by strengthening regional integration processes, contributing to the design of public policies that facilitate trade and promoting the SME business ecosystem.

Social Development

Social development is the improvement in the living conditions of people, including food, education, health, social protection, labor rights and protection against disasters, among others.