Foreign Policy
Why the UN Human Rights Council Still Matters — Even With Venezuela
Human rights abusers’ efforts to gain seats on the UN body prove its relevance.
Brazil
In Spite of Bolsonaro, China Quietly Deepens its Influence in Brazil
Xi Jinping’s visit to Brasília caps a highly successful effort of damage control.
Anti-Corruption Watch
Brazil’s Supreme Court Used to Terrify Politicians. Not Anymore.
Political support for Lava Jato has faded – along with judges’ incentives to crack down on corruption.
Brazil
What a Mammoth Oil Auction Means for Brazil’s Economy
A pre-salt auction 20 years in the making could have broad repercussions for the economy and Jair Bolsonaro’s government.
Economic Policy
The IMF, Argentina and Ecuador: Have Lessons Been Learned?
The lender’s emergency role means it must always deal with risk, a former official writes.
Chile
Four Ways Chile’s Protests Could Reshape Its Politics
A look at where power could shift – and why it might not.
Argentina
Yes, Macri Failed on the Economy. But It Wasn’t All for Naught.
An appraisal of the last four years, plus a look ahead, by a former central bank president.
Culture
From Cuba to Chile, a Journey through Jewish Latin America
A review of Ilan Stavans’ new book exploring Latin America’s diverse Jewish community.
Long View
Argentina’s Forgotten Guru
Long before Brazil’s Bolsonaro took cues from a YouTuber, a controversial “prophet” was calling the shots in Argentina.
Colombia
Three Big Challenges Facing Colombia’s Outsider Mayors
Alternative candidates pulled off surprise victories in Colombia’s local elections, but governing won’t be easy.
Bolivia
The Competing Visions Behind Bolivia’s Conflict
Whoever emerges as Bolivia’s president is likely to face social unrest not seen for years.
Foreign Policy
The Trouble Ahead for Argentina-Brazil Ties
Mercosur’s future hangs in the balance as Argentina and Brazil’s relationship faces its most difficult moment in years.
Chile
Lo que nos dicen las protestas del 2013 en Brasil sobre las del 2019 en Chile
“Nada nunca volverá a la normalidad,” escribe un exoficial brasilero.
Chile
What Brazil’s 2013 Protests Tell Us About Chile 2019
“Nothing will ever return to normal,” writes a former Brazilian official.
