Preliminary Overview of the Economies of Latin America and the Caribbean 2011

Incluye Bibliografía

Development of national statistical systems and the responsibilities of national statistical offices

Includes bibliography

The Panama Canal turns 100: history and possible future scenarios

This issue of the FAL Bulletin sets out a brief history of the Panama Canal, its construction and its social and political impact on Panama, within the context of international trade at the time. This issue also reviews the recovery of the canal by the Republic of Panama and subsequent major events, including the decision to expand the canal and the start-up of work on the expansion project.

Economic growth with equity: challenges for Latin America

Includes bibliography

The history and challenges of Latin American development

Foreword Alicia Bárcena and introduction by Jorge Máttar