Venezuela
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China’s Venezuela Policy Is Losing Popularity – in China
Amid hyperinflation and declining oil production, skepticism surrounds China’s bet on Venezuela.
Brazil
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Is It Finally Getting Easier to Do Business in Brazil?
Recent reforms have helped improve Brazil’s business environment. Further changes could do away with the “Brazil cost” once and for all.
Podcast
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Podcast: Jorge Heine on Chile’s Charm Offensive with Asia
The former ambassador to China breaks down the future of Chile-China trade, on a new episode of “Deep South.”
Venezuela
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What Options Are Left in Venezuela?
Despite sanctions and international pressure, Venezuela’s crisis shows no sign of abating. Here are three ways things might change.
Mexico
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Volatility and Uncertainty: A New Normal for Mexico
The modus operandi of the incoming government breaks with decades of predictable policies.
Brazil
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Brazil’s Anti-Globalist Foreign Minister Won’t Get Everything He Wants
Ernesto Araújo’s appointment is a victory for the pro-Trump faction in Bolsonaro’s government. But he’ll face powerful internal enemies.
Mexico
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AMLO Update: Sticking With the Military
The president-elect’s security plan is a mixed bag for supporters.
Podcast
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Podcast: Luis Rubio on AMLO’s Hope to Take Mexico Back to the 1960s
On this episode of “Deep South,” Luis Rubio, chairman of the Mexican Council on Foreign Relations, discusses AMLO’s nostalgic view of presidential power and why a return to Mexico of the 1960s seems unlikely.
Mexico
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AMLO Update: More Signs He’ll Tread Lightly With Trump
López Obrador has reason to keep a soft touch with the U.S. after he takes office on Dec. 1.
Trade
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Why Bolsonaro Should Pursue Free Trade with the U.S.
There are political and technical obstacles to a deal, but a free trade agreement would benefit both countries.
Peru
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Fujimorismo’s Sudden Collapse Shakes Peru’s Politics
The consequences of the Fujimori family’s rapid decline have yet to be fully felt.
Argentina
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Could This Argentine TV Host Be Latin America’s Next ‘Outsider’ President?
A year out from Argentina’s election, a familiar face is testing political waters.
Brazil
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For Latin America’s Evangelicals, Bolsonaro Is Just the Start
Brazil shows the playbook for a long-term base for rightist politicians in Latin America.
Mexico
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AMLO Update: Why He’s Cautious About Taking On the Banks
López Obrador’s team pulled in the reins on Congress, after a proposal to limit bank fees hit markets and the peso.
Colombia
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Duque’s Tax Plan Faces Friendly Fire in Colombia
A plan to tax basic goods has created unlikely bedfellows.