Uruguay: Orsi’s Main Challenge
The nation’s new president will spend more time and energy managing his core supporters than dealing with his political opponents.
Latin America’s China Ties Won’t Be Easily Severed
Trump scored early as Panama is realigning with Washington. Convincing others to leave Beijing’s orbit may be more challenging.
DeepSeek Reveals Latin America’s AI Crossroads
China’s new large language model, LLM, offers the region a chance to seize AI on its own terms but also brings risks of dependency.
Latin American Organized Crime’s Real Target: Local Government
Instead of seeking influence over presidents and legislatures, the region’s criminal groups are increasingly focusing on governors and mayors.
Will Trump 2.0 Play Tougher on Nicaragua’s Dictatorship?
Initial actions by the White House, such as cutting USAID programs, undermine the country’s struggling opposition.
As Maduro Goes Rogue, Trump Has Choices to Make
The U.S. can still go beyond pragmatic deals, countering Maduro by using oil as the ultimate leverage.
Trump and Lula Think Differently. Will They Find Common Ground?
The two leaders have diverging views on the future of BRICS and climate change. What can bridge the gap?
Petro’s Stormy Future
The Colombian leader will push for three key reforms in 2025, facing tensions with the Congress.
Ecuador Needs a Different Approach to Fighting Organized Crime
Daniel Noboa’s government should prioritize reforms to the justice system.
Nicolás Maduro’s Doomed Attempt at “Transition”
No matter what happens this week, Venezuela’s dictator will not get the legitimacy he craves – at home or abroad.
Lessons from Mexico’s “Tequila Crisis” Can Help the Country Navigate Trump
Thirty years after the 1994 currency crisis, its legacy can prove useful as Mexico braces for U.S. tariffs.
Why a Normalization Strategy With Venezuela Is Not Viable
Normalization will only strengthen the ruling elites, endanger human rights, and create conditions that boost migration flow, an expert writes.
Javier Milei Has Surprised Almost Everybody
A look at why Argentina’s libertarian president has outperformed expectations at the one-year mark, with several challenges ahead.
Colombia’s Risky Plan for Decentralization
A reform proposal has reopened a critical issue for the country, but Congress should be cautious not to derail the nation’s delicate fiscal balance.
Venezuela’s Record Political Prisoners Await the Unknown
Maduro has incarcerated an unprecedented number of dissidents, casting an even darker shadow over his regime.

