Transparency & Corruption
An Argentine Lava Jato? Don’t Hold Your Breath.
There are reasons to believe that Argentina’s “notebooks scandal” will not be as far-reaching as its Brazilian counterpart.
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Desafortunadamente, otros en América Latina seguirán los pasos de Nicaragua
Read in English El año pasado realicé un viaje investigativo a Centroamérica y Nicaragua resultó ser la parada más fácil de mi travesía. A diferencia de Honduras o El Salvador donde se requiere de una planificación cuidadosa debido a la situación de inseguridad abismal, Nicaragua se encontraba entre los países más seguros de América Latina, … Read more
Foreign Policy
Unfortunately, Others Will Follow Nicaragua’s Path in Latin America
Nicaragua’s explosion into conflict was predictable – and reflects trends common in the region.
AQ Events
EVENT: How to Reduce Homicide in Mexico – Lessons from around Latin America
After a record 29,000 murders in 2017, President-elect Andrés Manuel López Obrador has a historic opportunity to reduce violence in Mexico when he takes office in December. How best to do it? Experiences elsewhere in Latin America show progress is possible, and that the private sector and civil society must also play a role. Join Americas … Read more
Elections 2018
An Heir to Brazil’s Monarchy Enters the Political Ring
Luiz Philippe de Orléans e Bragança, an heir to Brazil’s last emperor, is running for Congress – and could even be a VP pick.
Mexico
AMLO This Week: Love Letters, Court Dates and Oil Blocs
A running series on Mexico’s next president.
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“Es como un milagro”: El experimento para reducir homicidios en Colombia
Un innovador y novedoso programa identifica a víctimas potenciales del asesinato y las saca del peligro antes de que sea demasiado tarde.
Elections 2018
It’s a Lula Election in Brazil. Again.
The imprisoned former president will be center stage in the Oct. 7 election – even if he’s not a candidate.
Venezuela
Who’s Left to Oppose Venezuela’s Maduro?
Threats to Nicolás Maduro’s hold on power look more likely to come from within chavismo than from without.
Mexico
AMLO This Week: Pay Cuts, Security and Friendly Neighbors
López Obrador offered new details on his plans to clean up and reshape Mexico’s government.
Venezuela
How Venezuela’s Opposition Is Trying to Save PDVSA
A National Assembly-proposed bankruptcy law shows the depths of the challenges PDVSA faces.
Guatemala
Could This Prosecutor Become Guatemala’s Next President?
Thelma Aldana made her mark in Guatemala’s fight against corruption. Is she ready for politics?
Mexico
AMLO This Week: Pension Plans, Business Charms, and a Major Move on Corruption
Mexico’s next president has left some hints as to how he’ll govern come Dec. 1.
Elections 2018
AMLO’s Biggest Test? Turning His Economic Message Into Reality.
Mexico’s next president will soon face the same economic challenges that propelled him to victory.
Foreign Policy
Temer’s Final BRICS Summit Is a Golden Opportunity for Brazil
Geopolitical divisions in the West could give Brazil and its partners a chance to increase their influence.