Central America
It’s Not Just El Salvador. Democracies Are Weakening Across Central America.
Nayib Bukele isn’t the only reason to worry for regional democracies.
Colombia
Companies Should Examine Their Troubled Pasts – Before Courts Do It for Them
A 20-year-old case in Colombia illustrates the growing push for accountability.
Honduras
How Honduras Complicates Biden’s Policy Reset in Central America
The longtime U.S. partner will test the administration’s anti-corruption push.
Chile
Inside Chile’s World-Class Vaccination Campaign
Chile’s success on vaccines started in the pandemic’s early months, says Dr. Izkia Siches, a leader of the country’s strategy.
Brazil
The Self-Defeating Politics Behind Bolsonaro’s Pro-Gun Agenda
Brazil’s president tries to please his base ahead of the 2022 election – to their likely detriment.
Mexico
Blackout Politics: AMLO’s Energy Plan Will Backfire
AMLO’s push to expand state control over energy markets is misguided and harmful.
Venezuela
Leopoldo López: Venezuela Needs Unity at Home and Abroad
“Venezuelan democrats have an obligation to reunify,” writes a leader in exile.
Migration
Colombia Went Big on Migration. Will Others Follow?
Duque’s plan to expand protections for Venezuelans could set a precedent for the region.
Vaccines
Vaccine Diplomacy: A New Cold War
Russia and China have stepped up their influence in Latin America, complicating President Biden’s hopes of hemispheric dialogue.
El Salvador
Surprise: El Salvador’s Anti-Corruption Commission Is Alive. But Can It Succeed?
Bukele is strengthening his grip on the country amid renewed political violence.
Events
WEBCAST: How Organized Crime Is Evolving in Mexico & Central America
AS/COA and FIU host a discussion on organized crime and its effects on migration.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: A Tale of Two Colombias
One of Colombia’s most experienced foreign correspondents gives us a 360-degree view from a country feeling “rudderless.”
Culture
AQ’s Winter 2021 Playlist
A new collaboration has led to Ecuadorian singer Mariela Condo’s first album in five years.
Culture
Book Review: Conquistadores: A New History
Fernando Cervantes’ detailed examination of history allows for a timely reframing of Columbus’ conquest.
Culture
Film Review: Eduardo & Mônica
René Sampaio directs an unlikely love story inspired by the lyrics of late composer Renato Russo.
