Anti-Corruption Watch

How to Stop Corruption – and Save Democracy – in Latin America
Corruption erodes democracy. Strengthening institutions is the only sure way to stop it.
Anti-Corruption Watch

A Convicted Criminal’s Guide to Curbing Corruption in Brazil
The leader of an illegal money-moving scheme tells all in an exclusive interview with AQ.
The Long View

Allende’s Strange Plan to Connect Chile, Long Before the Internet
Prior to the coup, an early computer network sought to more closely monitor Chile’s economy.
Anti-Corruption Watch

AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: Luiz Antonio Marrey
A year in Honduras gave the veteran Brazilian prosecutor new perspectives on institution building.
Anti-Corruption Watch

AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: José Domingo Pérez
By investigating three former presidents, this public prosecutor has made a name for himself in Peru.
Anti-Corruption Watch

AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: Nayeli Roldán
The Mexican journalist’s investigations helped shine a light on corruption at the top echelons of politics.
Anti-Corruption Watch

AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: Diana Salazar
A history-making prosecutor is shaking up Quito with bold investigations into the powerful.
Anti-Corruption Watch

Compliance Is Taking Off in Latin America. Is It Effective?
The industry is growing by leaps and bounds, but a real impact is hard to measure.
Anti-Corruption Watch

From Scandal to Reforms: Chile’s Unusual Breakthrough
Chile’s reaction to a series of scandals offers lessons for its neighbors.
Anti-Corruption Watch

Inside Argentina’s Quiet Effort to Overhaul Campaign Finance
Despite polarized politics, a bipartisan coalition managed to pass a significant campaign finance reform.
Argentina

Alberto Fernández’s Balancing Act in Argentina
Is the presidential hopeful distancing himself from his running mate?
Mexico

How AMLO Misunderstood His Mandate
Finance Minister Carlos Urzúa’s sudden resignation points to flaws in the way AMLO’s government makes decisions.
Mexico

In Urzúa’s Resignation, AMLO Gets a Wakeup Call
Carlos Urzúa’s decision to step down as finance minister was a warning – will AMLO listen?
Venezuela

Responses to the Venezuelan Migration Crisis: A Scorecard
Nativism is on the rise. International norms and responsible politicians are helping to contain it, for now.
Anti-Corruption Watch

The Financial Detectives Behind Mexico’s Anti-Corruption Push
A familiar face has brought financial intelligence into the public eye.