AMLO’s Bet on Mexico’s South Is Paying Off—For Now
The initial success of public infrastructure investments will make them an enduring Morena priority. The gains may be a mirage.
Brazil’s Polarization Is Here to Stay Even As Politicians Have (Mostly) Dialed Down the Rhetoric
The political debate in Latin America’s largest democracy looks less destructive than it used to be.
Bolsonaro Seems Finished. Bolsonarismo Lives On.
A large but somewhat uncertain rally points to a transition ahead for Brazil’s conservative movement.
Petro’s Pension Reform Tests Colombian Senate
Despite having a minority in the upper house, the ruling Pacto Histórico may get the toned-down proposal approved. The House of Representatives will be tougher.
Lula’s Gift to Bolsonaro
The Brazilian president’s attacks on Israel reinforce political polarization and give the opposition room to breathe.
Maduro’s New Crackdown on Venezuela’s Civil Society
The regime is reactivating a dormant NGO bill, adding to fears of Nicaragua-style repression ahead.
Why the U.S. and Europe Should Work Together on Latin America
Issues like supporting democracy and combating organized crime demand a triangular approach—but the obstacles are sizable.
Right-Wing Populism Hasn’t Thrived in Mexico. Why?
A centrist population and the president’s ability to set the agenda leave little space for conservative outsiders.
Venezuela Stops Pretending. The World Should, Too
The international community faces tough decisions once again, after a high-profile arrest and expulsion.
Why Drug Cartels Are Expanding to Asia
As cocaine flows to remoter markets, transnational illicit traffic poses a global risk.
El Salvador’s Economy Will Test Bukele 2.0
Bukele needs an IMF assistance program to regain access to international markets. Bitcoin and the erosion of the rule of law are stumbling blocks.
Brazil’s Enduring Racial Gap
New economic analysis reveals that despite some progress, Brazil must do more to address racial inequality.
Argentina’s New Conservative Coalition
Javier Milei’s voters aren’t just disaffected, a new survey suggests: They agree with him, and they’re disproportionately young and male.
Sebastián Piñera’s Final Lesson
The late Chilean president was a rare example of how to build bridges across the ideological divide.
The Pioneer at the Head of Banco do Brasil
Tarciana Medeiros has stepped into the role at a time when the bank is at the crossroads of some of Brazil’s core existential questions.
