Talks between Bogota and the country's second-largest left-wing rebel group could be on the way.

Asuncion's options in trade relationships are constrained by geography.

Political instability will not end when the government and opposition reach a compromise on a vote recount.

Chavez's chosen successor only narrowly edged out his opponent.

Hugo Chavez's successor will have limited options but many difficult decisions to make.

Financial and political constraints will make it harder for many governments to maintain balance in the coming months.

This is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.

The interim president lacks Hugo Chavez's charisma but not some of his political tools.

The president's death presents serious challenges to his successor.

The unconfirmed statement is plausible, and indicates rising political pressure on the Venezuelan government.