Brazil
A Balancing Act for Brazil’s Foreign Policy
What seems like a contradictory agenda for 2024 reflects the country’s deeper priorities, writes a Brazilian expert.
Ecuador
Ecuador Actually Has a Chance
… but the Noboa government will need more money, from allies at home and in Washington, to fight organized crime.
Podcast
AQ Podcast | Ecuador’s Crossroads: Can Noboa Succeed?
An overview of the Americas’ latest front in the battle against organized crime.
Argentina
Argentina’s Inflation Challenge
Recent setbacks highlight how difficult it will be for the Milei government to slow price increases.
Venezuela
Maduro’s Unnecessary and Costly Disruption
As the Barbados accord is in question, Venezuela’s regime faces the reinstatement of oil and economic sanctions on April 18. Is this game over?
Colombia
In Colombia, Petro Faces Challenges on All Sides
The left-wing administration confronts mounting political setbacks, economic slowdown and unforced errors.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: Guyana, Oil and the Resource Curse
An overview of the past, present and future of Guyana’s economy as it deals with the discovery of massive oil reserves.
Drug Policy
The Toxic Politics Around Drugs in Latin America
Neither legalization, nor a Bukele-style crackdown, look like politically viable alternatives to the war on drugs in most countries.
Caribbean
Can the Caribbean Farm its Way Out of Reliance on Food Imports?
CARICOM nations want to slash food imports by growing more of it at home. Experts call it a daunting but worthwhile challenge.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: How to Think About Latin America’s Security Crisis
An expert with firsthand knowledge discusses new crime dynamics and ways forward.
Latin America
Quiet Quitting the War on Drugs
Several Latin American governments seem to be backing off anti-drug efforts, though some avoid explicitly saying so.
Brazil
Fernando Haddad: Still the Odd Man Out
A special report on Brazil’s finance minister, who after a year of unexpected successes will face arguably his biggest challenge in 2024.
Mexico
The Next Front in Mexico’s Battle Over Institutions
AMLO’s Supreme Court appointment reopens doubts about the judiciary power’s impartiality and the future of independent checks and balances.
Guatemala
The Intense Year Ahead for Guatemala’s New President
Bernardo Arévalo faces severe obstacles to reform after a chaotic inauguration, but his reputation as a quiet conciliator matches the moment.
Guatemala
To Save Guatemala’s Democracy, the U.S. Needs Private Sector Friends
The U.S. and the EU can use economic incentives to convince the nation’s elite to support Bernardo Arévalo.
