Latin America
A Consensus-Seeker at the IDB
Ilan Goldfajn is trying to navigate Latin America’s deep polarization, while also pushing a “change of culture” at the region’s multilateral lender.
Mexico
Mexico-U.S. Relations Will Test Sheinbaum From the Start
Recent approval of the judicial reform adds noise and uncertainty to bilateral ties.
Venezuela
A Hegemonic State Takes Shape in Venezuela
The consolidation of a totalitarian regime poses a dilemma to the opposition: continue the electoral strategy or find an elusive new approach.
Chile
Gabriel Boric’s Unlikely Legacy
Chile’s president is steering the country back to its tradition of moderate politics.
Podcast
AQ Podcast | An X-Ray of Javier Milei’s Argentina
A look at what has worked and what hasn’t since the Argentine president came into office around nine months ago
Bolivia
Bolivia Is a Warning for Mexico’s Judicial Reform
Electing judges has undermined Bolivia’s justice system’s legitimacy and independence—and weakened the country’s rule of law.
Latin America
Imagining a Centrist Revival in Latin America
Overcoming today’s extreme polarization is no easy task. But a more results-focused politics is necessary, the authors argue.
Venezuela
REACTION: Venezuela’s Hope for Democracy Fades With González in Exile
Maduro will try to turn González’s departure into a new victory for his dictatorship, testing the opposition and the international community alike.
Bolivia
Bolivia’s Economy on the Brink
The country is at risk of a currency crisis as the government keeps a fixed exchange rate with no international reserves to support it.
Venezuela
The UN’s Role in Addressing Venezuela’s Crisis
The multinational organization can take tangible steps in the wake of July’s election.
2024 U.S. Election
Donald Trump and the Return of the Monroe Doctrine
Another Trump term would bring increased scrutiny of Latin America’s ties with China, and uncertainty elsewhere.
Brazil
Brazil’s Most Powerful Judge Is in the Spotlight—Again
An escalating clash with Elon Musk and damaging revelations in the press are intensifying a long-running debate about whether Alexandre de Moraes is too powerful.
Podcast
AQ Podcast | What Kamala Harris Would Mean for Latin America Policy
How might a Harris administration differ from a second Biden term in its approach to the region?
Mexico
Morena’s Unchecked Power Will Test Mexico’s Institutions
The party is in position to pass reforms with far-reaching consequences for Mexico’s politics and economy.
Latin America
In New Book, Latin American Leaders Take on Existential Issues
A new book of interviews and scholarly articles argues adopting a comprehensive perspective is essential to fight political instability.
