Elbridge Colby on the Opportunities of the “Donroe Doctrine”
The greater U.S. focus on the Western Hemisphere signals a “fundamental change” in the region, writes the U.S. Under Secretary of War for Policy in a guest op-ed.
The Real Negotiation Venezuela Needs
The U.S. has a unique opportunity to be a special arbiter to ensure compliance in the talks starting August 1.
USMCA and the Politics of Permanent Leverage
The U.S. wants to keep the review of the trade agreement open and has little incentive for a final deal, an expert writes.
El Niño Will Challenge the New Andean Right
Presidents-elect Keiko Fujimori and Abelardo De La Espriella face risks of disaster and instability in their first months in office.
How Chile Can Turn U.S.-China Rivalry into Negotiating Power
Leveraging strategic resources, screening investments, and diversifying partners can strengthen Chile’s position.
REACTION: Daniel Ortega Says No More Elections in Nicaragua
The country was scheduled to hold general elections in November 2027.
Trump Pushes the Bolsonaros to the Brink
The family is in danger of losing the October election, and possibly more than that, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
Venezuela’s Shattered Post-Quakes Economy
The twin earthquakes are reshaping the economic outlook and upping pressure for new political agreements, two experts write.
The Space Race Comes to Latin America
The region wants to be not just a battleground, but a protagonist in the burgeoning space economy.
La carrera espacial llega a América Latina
La región quiere dejar de ser un campo de batalla y convertirse en protagonista en la floreciente economía espacial.
Latin America’s Quest for Space Sovereignty
The region’s pursuit of autonomy in the growing space sector will be complicated. The U.S. can be an important partner.
La búsqueda de soberanía espacial en América Latina
El camino de la región hacia la autonomía en el creciente sector espacial será complejo. Estados Unidos puede ser un socio importante.
The Crucial Challenge of Building Space Expertise
As Latin America acquires more space technology, workforce development will be key to reaping the benefits.
Despite Appearances, Climate Has Not Disappeared from the Agenda
The issue is more persistent than it seems, emerging in other topics like crime and mining, writes a former president.
When the Cuban Missile Crisis Shook the Hemisphere
As nuclear war loomed, ordinary people throughout Latin America made their voices heard.
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