Colombia
Colombia’s Iván Duque Gambles On Reopening
The president has earned plaudits for his handling of COVID-19. But restarting the economy brings both health and political risks.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: Grading Iván Duque’s Pandemic Politics
The coronavirus has provided the president an opportunity to stand on his own, says political analyst Laura Gil.
Brazil
Bumpy Ride: Why Brazil’s Delivery Workers Are Fed Up
Amid competition for orders and risky work conditions, some bike delivery riders are setting off on their own.
Brazil
Huawei or Not? Brazil Faces a Key Geopolitical Choice
The government has to choose between U.S. and China for its 5G network — while battling deep political, health and economic crises.
Mexico
The Economic Opportunity Mexico Can’t Afford to Miss
Mexico stands to capitalize on the nearshoring trend, but it will need to cooperate better with the private sector.
Ecuador
Don’t Forget About Ecuador
Despite Guayaquil’s healing, the country is still struggling. The private sector can help.
Events
WEBCAST: Achieving Racial Equality in the Americas
AQ and influential voices from Latin America hold a conversation on the Black Lives Matter movement’s impact on grassroots movements in the hemisphere.
Brazil
I Miss the Old Brazil
The boom years ended in disaster. But many ambitions of that era were wonderful – and should be revived, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
Events
WEBCAST: Anti-Corruption in Peru: A View from the CCC Index
AS/COA’s Anti-Corruption Working Group and Control Risks host a discussion on the state of anti-corruption in Peru.
Fiscal Challenge
We Should Focus on Taxes, Not Debt
Latin America can no longer postpone developing strong tax regimes.
Books
What Centuries of Latin American History Say About Inequality
Marie Arana’s Silver, Sword, and Stone shows why understanding the intersection of Latin America’s past and present is more vital than ever.
Venezuela
Amid Crisis, Venezuela’s Maduro Deepens Control
A series of authoritarian moves have drawn a muted public response – and not just because of the coronavirus.
Social Media
The Gringo YouTubers Getting Latin America to Hit Subscribe
Social media influencers with an accent are gaining subscribers across Latin America.
LGBT Pride
“Los 41”: The Queer Dance Party That Changed Mexico
An upcoming film reflects efforts by LGBT Mexicans to reclaim a dark chapter in history.
Mexico
Mexico’s Messy Reckoning With Racism
Long taboo, discussions about race are coming out into the open – but not everyone is listening.