Without Institutional Change, Venezuela’s Oil Bonanza Remains Unviable
Sanctions relief, a democratic transition, and deep reforms are essential to recover production.
Hostile Takeover and Abandonment Explain U.S. Actions in Venezuela
Two analogies can help us understand today’s state of play and the consequences of Trump’s policy in the country.
Why USMCA May Survive After All
USMCA review will test politics and economic realities. Preserving North American integration remains the least costly path forward, an expert writes.
The Way Forward For Venezuela
A successful transition will depend on investment, who leads the military, and more.
How U.S. Companies May Return to Venezuela and Be Compliant
Washington has three ways to provide sanctions relief to the country and PDVSA. The cases of Syria, Sudan, and Iraq serve as historical references.
Washington’s Path to Displacing Rivals in Post-Maduro Venezuela
With Maduro removed, the U.S. faces the difficult task of limiting the influence of China, Russia and Iran without triggering instability.
Maduro’s Fall May Shape Colombia’s Election
Volatile relationships with Washington and Caracas are crucial wild cards in the upcoming presidential race.
Is This the End of the Fidel Castro Era?
Events in Venezuela, Cuba and beyond suggest that a particular brand of leftism is in its twilight in Latin America, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
Maduro’s Miscalculations Are a Cautionary Tale for Rodríguez
Venezuela’s interim president faces an existential balancing act: cooperating with the Trump administration while staying loyal to her base.
Venezuela: The Post-Maduro Oil, Gas and Mining Outlook
The country could see a relatively rapid recovery of some oil production, depending on the leadership that emerges.
REACTION: Trump Says U.S. Will “Run” Venezuela After Maduro’s Capture
The historic military operation raises numerous questions about what’s next for Venezuela, and for U.S. relations with Latin America as a whole.
Anti-Corruption: A Missing Element in Trump’s Latin America Policy
The administration’s decision not to enforce the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, among other choices, risks long-term damage to the region.
A Roadmap for Venezuela’s Future Transition
The U.S. should prepare humanitarian assistance and take other steps to help support a free Venezuela, two experts write.
Can Brazil and the U.S. Reach a Deal on Rare Earths?
As Washington seeks to loosen China’s grip on high-tech and defense supply chains, Brasília holds a strategic play.
The Risks and Benefits of Trump’s Latin America Trade Deals
The agreements are potentially historic – but some countries have been left out, and a Supreme Court challenge looms.
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