Politics, Business & Culture in the Americas

Venezuela

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his financier Alex Saab speak at a rally in the days before Maria Corina Machado, an opposition leader, was officially barred from participating in Venezuela's 2024 presidential elections.
Maduro’s Unnecessary and Costly Disruption

As the Barbados accord is in question, Venezuela’s regime faces the reinstatement of oil and economic sanctions on April 18. Is this game over?

Colombia

In Colombia, Petro Faces Challenges on All Sides

The left-wing administration confronts mounting political setbacks, economic slowdown and unforced errors.

Podcast

AQ Podcast: Guyana, Oil and the Resource Curse

An overview of the past, present and future of Guyana’s economy as it deals with the discovery of massive oil reserves.

Drug Policy

The Toxic Politics Around Drugs in Latin America

Neither legalization, nor a Bukele-style crackdown, look like politically viable alternatives to the war on drugs in most countries.

Caribbean

Can the Caribbean Farm its Way Out of Reliance on Food Imports?

CARICOM nations want to slash food imports by growing more of it at home. Experts call it a daunting but worthwhile challenge.

Podcast

AQ Podcast: How to Think About Latin America’s Security Crisis

An expert with firsthand knowledge discusses new crime dynamics and ways forward.

Latin America

A Honduran police operation incinerates cocaine and hashish outside Tegucigalpa, in June.
Quiet Quitting the War on Drugs

Several Latin American governments seem to be backing off anti-drug efforts, though some avoid explicitly saying so.

Brazil

Fernando Haddad: Still the Odd Man Out

A special report on Brazil’s finance minister, who after a year of unexpected successes will face arguably his biggest challenge in 2024.

Mexico

The Next Front in Mexico’s Battle Over Institutions

AMLO’s Supreme Court appointment reopens doubts about the judiciary power’s impartiality and the future of independent checks and balances.

Guatemala

Guatemala's President Bernardo Arévalo at his delayed inauguration after hours of drama.
The Intense Year Ahead for Guatemala’s New President

Bernardo Arévalo faces severe obstacles to reform after a chaotic inauguration, but his reputation as a quiet conciliator matches the moment.

Guatemala

Guatemala President-elect Bernardo Arévalo attends a march in support of democracy amid attempts to prevent him from taking office.
To Save Guatemala’s Democracy, the U.S. Needs Private Sector Friends

The U.S. and the EU can use economic incentives to convince the nation’s elite to support Bernardo Arévalo.

Podcast

AQ Podcast | LatAm’s Economies in 2024: What to Expect

An overview of economic trends in the region and a detailed look at Brazil, Mexico and Argentina

Argentina

Javier Milei Races the Clock

At the one-month mark, Argentina’s president faces numerous challenges ahead.

Ecuador

Ecuador’s Crisis: A Long Road Ahead

An early consensus has empowered President Noboa, but the consequences of a long conflict are unpredictable.

Guatemala

Guatemala's President-elect visits Honduras, where President Xiomara Castro cut ties with Taiwan in favor of greater economic ties with China.
Guatemala Nears a Pivotal Moment on Taiwan

The next administration will face strong incentives from China to ditch Taiwan. The U.S. has an opportunity to step in.

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