The Growth Challenge
Latin America’s True Disaster May Be 2021
As new research shows huge setbacks to education and inequality, the region’s leaders seem to be “sleepwalking,” writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: Peru’s Risky Election
Peru’s economy has long been largely safe from its unstable politics. The April 11 election could change that.
Climate Change and Politics
Much of Latin America’s Left Has a Blind Spot: The Environment
As center-left leaders in Europe and the U.S. prioritize the fight against climate change, the same cannot be said of their Latin American peers.
Bolivia
Luis Arce’s Broken Promise in Bolivia
The arrest of his predecessor on terrorism charges is the latest step by Arce’s government to set off alarms.
Central America
Can More U.S. Money Really Help Central America’s Northern Triangle?
A critical look at past U.S. aid efforts, and how to improve them going forward, by a former president of Costa Rica.
Brazil
REACTION: Will Lula Run in Brazil’s 2022 Election?
Analysts react to the surprise court decision on March 8.
Brazil
Brazilian Democracy Is Holding Up — But the Biggest Test Will Come in 2022
Jair Bolsonaro has so far fallen short of the worst doomsday predictions of becoming an authoritarian ruler.
Argentina
Argentina and the IMF: Another Default in the Works?
A different outcome may still be possible, a leading emerging-market economist writes.
Public Health
Brazil’s Handling of COVID-19 Is a Global Emergency
Even with deaths at all-time highs, Bolsonaro continues to undermine efforts to address the pandemic.
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.
