Gun Policy
U.S.-Style Gun Politics Are Spreading in Latin America
As crime levels rise, pro-gun positions are gaining strength in conservative movements across the region, worrying security experts.
Peru
Peru’s Next Generation of Leaders Is Leaving
Amid political chaos and economic downturn, more young Peruvians are going and staying abroad, threatening the country’s future.
Mexico
Mexico City’s Mayor Race Will Echo Beyond the Capital
The competition to succeed Claudia Sheinbaum may be her first major test as a presidential candidate.
Lithium
Latin America’s Lithium Sands Are Shifting
Argentina and Bolivia hope to surpass Chile as a long-awaited lithium boom gains speed.
Podcast
AQ Podcast | Brazil: The Big Picture
The Brazilian economy is improving this year. How sustainable is the trend of faster growth?
Argentina
Argentina’s Next President Will Tread a Thorny Path Forward
In a nation caught in economic crisis, the odds are stacked against Massa or Milei the day after the presidential election, writes a leading emerging-market economist.
Caribbean
Caribbean Murder Rates Are Spiraling As Illegal Guns Flood In
Will demands for U.S. action help slow gunrunning to a region where the homicide rate is triple the global average?
Panama
Panama’s Protests Are About More Than a Mine
A mining dispute has tapped into greater frustration over corruption and environmental policy.
Colombia
Long Neglected, Colombia’s Caribbean Is Growing in Influence
Through economic success—and highly publicized scandals—the region is reshaping national politics. A local election may reinforce the trend.
Chile
Is Chile Adrift on Green Hydrogen?
Policies and investments are lagging. The government says a long-awaited action plan will be released for public comment by year’s end.
Podcast
AQ Podcast | Massa vs. Milei: Who Is the Favorite in Argentina?
Peronist Sergio Massa and libertarian Javier Milei head to the November 19 presidential runoff.
Mexico
AMLO’s Big Fiscal Push Could Help Morena
A 25% increase in social program spending during the 2024 electoral year raises eyebrows in Mexico.
Argentina
REACTION: Massa Takes First Place in Argentina, Heads to Runoff With Milei
The economy minister surpassed expectations, while the libertarian failed to improve on his August performance.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: The White House’s Juan Gonzalez on the Venezuela-U.S. Deal
President Biden’s top Latin America aide on an agreement that has been months in the making.
Venezuela
The U.S.-Venezuela Agreement: Big Hopes and Big Questions
The U.S. temporarily reversed some key restrictions—but set a short deadline for Maduro’s regime to comply with conditions. Are fair elections set to happen in 2024?
