Bachelet sworn in as Chile president
Craig TaylorMichelle Bachelet – Chile’s first woman president in 2006 – is sworn in for a second time after her election victory in December. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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El Salvador rivals claim poll win
Both candidates in El Salvador’s presidential election have claimed victory after a preliminary count showed the vote was too close to call. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Thousands join Venezuela protest
Thousands of Venezuelan students and opposition supporters take part in an anti-government rally in the capital, Caracas, on Women’s Day. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela expels Panama diplomats
Venezuela expels Panama’s ambassador and three others as President Nicolas Maduro accuses the country of meddling amid ongoing opposition rallies. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Venezuela breaks ties with Panama
Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro breaks diplomatic relations with Panama over its request for the OAS to discuss the crisis in Venezuela. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
UN chief urges dialogue in Venezuela
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon urges Venezuela to hear the demands of anti-government protesters and talk to the opposition. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean