
REACTION: Trump’s Tariffs and Latin America
The baseline 10% tariff applies to many countries in the Americas, with notable exceptions.

Brazil’s Low-Key Operator
Gilberto Kassab is one of the country’s most important behind-the-scenes politicians, worth watching as the 2026 elections draw closer.

What Cartel FTO Designation May Mean for Mexico
Companies can take steps right now to mitigate the risks.

The Missing Elements in Sheinbaum’s Crime-Fighting Strategy
Mexico’s crackdown on fentanyl trafficking is working, but more is needed to solve the nation’s security crisis.

REACTION: Bolsonaro Will Stand Trial
Brazil’s Supreme Court has ruled that former President Jair Bolsonaro will stand trial for attempting a coup. What happens next?

Stopping Venezuela’s Exodus Hinges on Restoring Hope
The nation’s problem is still there, and appeasing Maduro will not stem the flow of migrants, two experts write.

A Key Pending Challenge for Milei’s Argentina
After making strong fiscal progress, Argentina’s government still confronts a fragile exchange rate regime as it seeks a new IMF program.

In El Salvador, Bitcoin’s Retreat Left Valuable Lessons
Making the crypto asset legal tender was a worthy experiment, but financial innovation requires more state capacity and better regulations.

Panama May Need a New Trump Strategy
The country’s accommodating stance so far hasn’t stopped the U.S. president from demanding the return of the canal.

REACTION: What’s Next for Sheinbaum’s Tariff Strategy
Amid growing uncertainty, Mexico’s president addressed trade negotiations and plans for the economy in a major speech.

The Radical Libertarian Reshaping Chile’s Presidential Race
Lawmaker Johannes Kaiser is rising in the polls ahead of November’s presidential election amid rising concerns about crime and immigration.

The OAS Is Fragile Ahead of a Key Election
The race to become the next OAS Secretary General reveals the deep divides that could cripple the organization and its pro-democracy mission.

Trump Always Wanted Tariffs on Mexico
Mexico’s efforts to appease the White House through cooperation may have been doomed from the start, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.

U.S.-Canada Ties May Face Even Bigger Trouble
Impending tariffs are inflaming anti-U.S. sentiment ahead of an increasingly unpredictable election.

Sheinbaum Has a Crucial Decision to Make on Mexico’s Education
The use of the education system for partisan goals has undermined the implementation of ambitious reforms. Will that change?