A New Test for Peru’s Economic Resilience
A runoff between Fujimori and Sánchez, if confirmed, will put the country’s famous macroeconomic stability at risk, a former finance minister writes.
The Voters Flávio Bolsonaro Still Needs
To succeed in October’s election, the son of Brazil’s last president will have to convince those outside the conservative movement.
REACTION: Peru Braces for a Polarizing Fujimori-Sánchez Runoff
Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez appear headed to a high-stakes runoff on June 7 after the first-round vote indicated critical new dynamics.
Can the Donroe Doctrine Help Deliver Stability in Haiti?
Getting it right in Haiti is good policy and politics for the Trump administration.
Venezuela’s Economy Is Accelerating, But Will Depend on More Than Oil
Pending reforms will determine whether momentum is sustainable under interim President Delcy Rodríguez.
In Arévalo’s Guatemala, It’s Not “Spring” Quite Yet
The center-left president’s approval has fallen to 35% amid disappointment with public security and infrastructure.
AQ Podcast | Understanding Delcy Rodríguez
Juan Forero, South America Bureau Chief for the Wall Street Journal, on whether Delcy Rodríguez is managing a real change in Venezuela or just buying time.
The Resurgence of Gustavo Petro and the Colombian Left
Colombia’s president has seen his popularity rise, increasing the odds that the left could win May’s presidential election.
How Can Venezuela’s Opposition Regain Momentum?
Political organizations plan to reactivate the Democratic Unitary Platform. However, the most delicate challenge may be Machado’s return.
The Question Facing José Antonio Kast
Chile’s new president may govern as a moderate, but there are risks of a more radical approach.
Why Lula Is Struggling
Brazil’s October election now looks like a coin-flip, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
In Bolivia, Rodrigo Paz Faces an Electoral Stress Test
The March 22 subnational elections are a critical bellwether of support for the president in Bolivia’s shifting political landscape.
Colombia: Meet the Candidates 2026
Violence and corruption top voter concerns ahead of the first round of presidential elections on May 31.
Uruguay’s Orsi Confronts Economic Headwinds and Shifting Geopolitics
One year into his term, President Yamandú Orsi has made moderate gains in security and trade diversification amid new foreign policy pressures and a slowing economy.
Argentina’s Polarization Threatens Milei’s Pro-Market Agenda
Despite entrenched opposition, the administration hopes Congress will approve key reforms and the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
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