Politics, Business & Culture in the Americas

Brazil

Bolsonaro May Need His Trump Card

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro still has hopes of running in 2026, and will probably appeal for help from the next occupant of the White House.

Mexico

Migrants walk in a caravan in Huixtla, Mexico en route to the U.S. on Nov. 21
Mexico Faces Monumental Challenges With Trump 2.0

Trump’s return will spark complex negotiations on trade, immigration, and security, an expert writes.

Uruguay

REACTION: Yamandú Orsi Wins Uruguay’s Presidency

The center-left candidate defeated his center-right rival in the November 24 runoff.

Mexico

The Politician Leading a Sweeping Overhaul of Mexican Politics

As head of Morena in the lower house, Ricardo Monreal is at the forefront of a bid to recast Mexico’s legal framework—and has his own ambitions, too.

Colombia

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.

Remittances

A woman withdraws a dollar remittance from the U.S. in Tegucigalpa, Honduras in April.
Trump’s Comeback Could Disrupt Latin America’s Remittances

Plans to accelerate deportations, curb immigration, and tax remittances may restrict a vital flow of capital and source of growth in the region.

Brazil

Brazil’s Big Moment on the Global Stage Gets Complicated

The G20 summit in Rio was supposed to be a triumph for President Lula, but storm clouds are gathering in global politics.

Podcast

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.  

Mexico

A Look Inside Mexico’s Ruling Party

After AMLO departed from office, the party is taking action to prevent defections and disarray.

U.S. Policy

What Marco Rubio Has Said About Latin America. Donald Trump greets Senator Marco Rubio, Republican of Florida, during a campaign rally in North Carolina, on November 4, 2024.
What Marco Rubio Has Said About Latin America

Trump’s nominee for Secretary of State is known for his hardline stances on dictatorships and China’s activity in the region.

Mexico

Claudia Sheinbaum Stays on AMLO’s Course

Some expected Mexico’s president to alter her predecessor’s policies once in office. A month in, there’s little evidence of that.

Chile

Chile’s Electricity Rate Debacle Has Lessons for Latin America

Successive administrations’ delay has run up a steep bill for citizens to pay, highlighting the cost of bad public policy, writes an expert.

Bolivia

Bolivia’s Turmoil May Lead to a Political Shift

The power struggle between President Luis Arce and former President Evo Morales could open a door to the opposition.

U.S. Policy

REACTION: What Trump’s Victory Means for Latin America

After an unexpectedly large victory, analysts examine the likely impact for the region.

Mexico

Mexico’s Risky New Energy Reform

Why Sheinbaum’s latest reform may bring uncertainty and challenges for the private sector.

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