AMLO’s Forever Agenda
Mexico’s president is already trying to influence the next administration’s policies. He may well succeed.
AQ Podcast: A Sober Look at Colombia
As a convoluted scandal unfolds, Laura Lizarazo assesses what it means for Petro’s progressive agenda
Can Javier Milei Really Win in Argentina?
The outspoken libertarian is polling well. What are his chances of making, and winning, a potential runoff—and how would he govern?
AQ Podcast: China’s Learning Process In Latin America
Rebecca Ray on how patterns of trade and investment in Latin America have evolved in recent years.
How Long Can Peru’s Economy Remain Resilient?
The extended political crisis is leading to more poverty, postponed investments and the risk of an even worse downturn.
Surprisingly, Chile Is Still a Role Model for Argentina
At a time of acute crisis in Argentina, politicians on both left and right have cited their neighbor as an example to follow.
In Ecuador, Has Correísmo Changed Its Tune?
Snap elections could return Rafael Correa’s movement to power—but it may have learned few lessons from its wilderness years.
REACTION: Ecuador’s Lasso Dissolves Congress
President Lasso invoked a never-before-used mechanism as his impeachment trial progressed.
AQ Podcast: Explaining Chile’s U-Turn
Patricio Navia on why the political pendulum seems to have swung right in Chile
AQ Podcast: The Importance Of Paraguay
Following Santiago Peña’s victory in presidential elections, a look at how Paraguay impacts the rest of the region, how it fits into the U.S.-China competition and why Paraguayan voters chose more of the same
Ecuador’s Political Crisis: Three Scenarios
Both Guillermo Lasso’s impeachment and dissolution of Congress are possible outcomes. What would they look like?
Paraguay: Santiago Peña to Run a Still-Divided Country
The victor will face challenges including ruling party divisions and a debate over relations with Taiwan.
AQ Podcast: Lula’s Foreign Policy and What It Means for Latin America
Oliver Stuenkel on Brazil’s potential to be a regional leader, and recent controversies including comments over Ukraine
REACTION: Petro’s Cabinet Purge: Ocampo Out
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro has asked his entire Cabinet to resign as his administration faces its most serious ministerial crisis to date.
Why Did Costa Rica Really Abolish Its Military?
Politics, not pacifism, led the country to eliminate its armed forces in a decision that still resonates today.
