Andean Region Archives - Americas Quarterly

Without Institutional Change, Venezuela’s Oil Bonanza Remains Unviable

Sanctions relief, a democratic transition, and deep reforms are essential to recover production.

Two analogies can help us understand today’s state of play and the consequences of Trump’s policy in the country.

A successful transition will depend on investment, who leads the military, and more.

Why the 2016 deal has fallen short of expectations and what it says about the country today.

The viability of a political transition depends on credibility and the restoration of democracy.

AQ tracks key indicators and political and economic trends to watch in 2026.

AQ tracks key indicators and political and economic trends to watch in 2026.

AQ tracks key indicators and political and economic trends to watch in 2026.

AQ tracks key indicators and political and economic trends to watch in 2026.

Ciro Durán’s first feature film “La paga” shows the celebrated Colombian director in a new light.

A longtime PDVSA executive discusses what political and economic steps are necessary for the Venezuelan oil industry to begin its long recovery

Washington has three ways to provide sanctions relief to the country and PDVSA. The cases of Syria, Sudan, and Iraq serve as historical references.

With Maduro removed, the U.S. faces the difficult task of limiting the influence of China, Russia and Iran without triggering instability.

Volatile relationships with Washington and Caracas are crucial wild cards in the upcoming presidential race.

Andrés Martínez-Fernández of the Heritage Foundation on what the capture of Nicolás Maduro might mean for the country and beyond.