AQ Podcast | Bukele’s Latest Crackdown
Two recent arrests have raised fresh concerns about democracy in El Salvador. We discuss the implications of these detentions, Bukele’s popularity, and the country’s economic challenges.
AQ Podcast | A Crossroads for Mexico’s Security
Mexico’s security crisis is in focus after the murder of two officials and rising U.S. pressure. In this episode, a look at how President Sheinbaum is tackling organized crime.
AQ Podcast | Javier Milei’s Next Big Challenges
After 18 months in office, Milei has made progress on inflation and finances. Here we explore his remaining challenges, including a still-struggling economy.
AQ Podcast | Guatemala: Arévalo’s Tumultuous First Year
An overview of how Guatemala’s democracy and economy are faring a year after President Arévalo was nearly prevented from taking office.
AQ Podcast | Cuba’s Unprecedented Crisis
What’s next for the Cuban regime as the country faces economic turmoil, an exodus of people and a hostile administration in the White House.
AQ Podcast | Brazil: Bolsonaro on Trial, Lula Under Pressure
President Lula’s popularity is low and political momentum could move to the right, as Bolsonaro faces trial and seeks international support.
AQ Podcast | Mexico: Claudia Sheinbaum’s Moment
Analyst Viri Ríos on Sheinbaum’s popularity, navigating Trump and her government’s tougher policies on security.
AQ Podcast | How Organized Crime Is Evolving in Latin America: 2025 Edition
While homicide rates are stable, criminals are getting an influx of cash from cocaine, gold mining and human trafficking.
AQ Podcast | Trump’s Impact So Far on Latin America
An overview of what Trump’s arrival has meant for Latin America and how governments in the region are reacting to him
AQ Podcast | The Panama Canal: Past, Present and Future
An overview of Panama’s historical ties to the U.S. and where the crisis might be headed next.
AQ Podcast | A Critical Election in Ecuador
An overview of what to expect in politics, the economy, and Ecuador’s relationship with the new government in Washington.
AQ Podcast | Chancay Port and the China-U.S. Battle in Latin America
A former finance minister brings a big-picture perspective on what the Chancay port really means for Latin America.
AQ Podcast | What to Expect from Latin America’s Economies in 2025
The chief economist for the region at Citigroup on the good numbers expected for 2025 and risks ahead
AQ Podcast | Mexico Under Pressure, Not Only from Trump
A broad look at U.S.-Mexico negotiations and other risks ahead
AQ Podcast: Latin America Prepares for Trump 2.0
A broad overview of the likely consequences of the U.S. election for Latin America’s economies, trading relationships and domestic politics.
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