A curated collection of images from March 13-19, 2026 showcases diverse scenes from across Latin America and the Caribbean. The photos document mezcal production in Mexico, Venezuelan baseball celebrations, and political demonstrations in Ecuador.
A striking collection of photographs from across Latin America and the Caribbean captured significant moments during the week of March 13-19, 2026.
The images showcase the bustling activity at a mezcal production facility in Mexico’s Oaxaca state, where the traditional spirit continues experiencing unprecedented popularity. While this surge has delivered substantial financial gains to numerous regional distillers, it has simultaneously created mounting concerns about environmental impact.
Additional photographs document Venezuela’s enthusiastic response to their national baseball team’s triumph against the United States during World Baseball Classic competition, as well as public demonstrations targeting government policies in Ecuador.
Mexico City-based photographer Fernando Llano assembled this visual collection.
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