The Long View
A (Probably) Mad King’s Lasting Legacy in Patagonia
Often dismissed as a 19th-century scheme, the Kingdom of Araucanía and Patagonia lends credence to Mapuche claims in Chile and Argentina.
Foreign Policy
Most Latin Americans Can’t Name a Chinese Singer. Why That’s Great for Beijing.
Washington’s advantage in “soft power” may not be an advantage at all, our columnist writes.
Podcast
Podcast: David Smolansky on Rebuilding Venezuela
In the first episode of “Deep South,” the prominent advocate for Venezuelan democracy discusses the country’s coming elections and his life in exile.
Argentina
How Argentina Can Play Referee at the G-20
AQ spoke with Argentina’s top delegate about his country’s goals for the G-20 presidency.
Venezuela
Capturing Rebellion: How a Photographer Became Part of a Plan to Topple Maduro
Photographer Harold Castro unwittingly got a front-row seat at helicopter pilot Óscar Pérez’s rebellion in Venezuela.
Elections 2018
Five Takeaways from Paraguay’s Presidential Election
The ruling party held the presidency, but a close race and poor turnout suggest challenges ahead.
Web Exclusive
Meet the Singer Who Has Become a Voice for the Venezuelan Diaspora
After Reymar Perdomo’s song “Me Fui” went viral, the singer spoke to AQ about the challenges of leaving Venezuela.
Transparency & Corruption
A Job Opening with Guatemala’s Corruption Fight in the Balance
Guatemala’s President Jimmy Morales faces intense public pressure as he prepares to select a new attorney general.
Cuba
How Much Change Will Cuba’s New President Bring?
Raúl Castro will hand off the presidency – likely to his vice-president Miguel Díaz-Canel – leaving Cubans to speculate on the true impact of the shift.
Energy & Environment
Colombia: Buyer or Producer in the Global Gas Market?
The U.S. shale boom has pushed governments like Colombia’s to debate the opportunity costs of the global energy trade.
Transparency & Corruption
Lula’s in Jail. Guess Who’s Still Free?
Car Wash and similar corruption probes need to show the law applies to everyone.
Finance & Economics
How Political Turmoil Could Limit Venezuela’s Debt Options
Potential constraints on the government’s ability to accrue and renegotiate debt could further complicate Venezuela’s economic future.
Culture
Puerto Rico’s “Hurricane Stories” Depict Tragedy and Triumph
A new short story collection features work created in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
Transparency & Corruption
In Argentina, Why Is All Quiet on the Odebrecht Front?
Compared to its neighbors, Argentina is moving slowly on Odebrecht corruption cases. Here are some possible reasons why.
Cuba
Raúl Castro’s Unfinished Legacy in Cuba
Castro’s attempts at reform remain unfulfilled. What can Cubans expect from his successor?
