Political polarisation is relatively high in the country, particularly a result of a contentious presidential election in 2021. Public tensions would probably come to the fore again were the opposition to try to impeach President Castillo.

Socio-economic conditions are broadly stable; the rate of inflation is low and prices of basic goods are not projected to significantly rise. The rate of poverty remains fairly high, however.

The economic outlook is generally stable, government debt is fairly low and the new left-wing government has committed to broadly maintaining the fiscal conservatism of its predecessors.

There is a high level of political polarisation between left and right, with issues such as police violence, government spending and security for social leaders particularly divisive. Polarisation is likely to remain at the fore until a presidential election.

Socio-economic conditions are broadly stable; the rate of inflation is low and food prices have not significantly changed. However, the percentage of the population living in poverty is relatively high.

The economic outlook is generally stable, government debt is fairly low and the new left-wing government has committed to broadly maintaining the fiscal conservatism of its predecessors.

There is a high level of political polarisation which is likely to come to the fore again around a probable plebiscite on a new constitution. The new government’s policies on education, healthcare and pension are also triggers for anger among left-wing activists.

Socio-economic conditions are unlikely to significantly deteriorate; the rate of inflation is low and food prices are forecast to remain broadly stable. The rate of poverty is low.

Despite taking on high government debt to weather the Covid-19 pandemic, the outgoing government has planned to cut spending in 2022.

"There is a high level of political polarisation centred on President Jair Bolsonaro. Accusations of corruption and his relaxed response to Covid-19 have prompted large demonstrations calling for his impeachment. He has also rallied large numbers of supporters.

Socio-economic conditions have worsened. This is in large part due to rising inflation, which has particularly affected prices for food and basic services. But the rate of poverty is relatively low.

The economic outlook is generally poor, in part due to global conditions and poor weather. This is compounded by the government’s apparent intent on maintaining high social spending ahead of a presidential election.